taxa

In general knowledge, "taxa" (singular: taxon) refers to groups of organisms that scientists categorize based on shared characteristics. These groups can range from broad categories, like kingdoms (e.g., animals, plants), to more specific ones, such as species (e.g., a particular type of dog). Taxa help organize the vast diversity of life on Earth, making it easier to study and understand relationships among different organisms. For example, humans belong to the taxon "Homo sapiens," indicating our place within the larger group of mammals.