Scientific Name

A scientific name is a unique, standardized two-part name used to identify a species of living organism. It consists of the genus (a group of closely related species) and the specific species name, both usually italicized or underlined. This naming system, called binomial nomenclature, helps scientists communicate precisely about specific organisms worldwide, avoiding confusion from common names that can vary by language or region. For example, humans are called Homo sapiens. Scientific names provide clarity, consistency, and universal recognition in biological classification.