The genus Pedobacter, first established with the characterisation of Pedobacter heparinus, has experienced a notable expansion with the isolation of several novel species from diverse environments.

While the average person may believe we’re losing species faster than we can discover new ones, that may not be the case. A ...

Taxonomy is the science that attempts to categorise the many millions of species on Earth. Find out how to define taxonomy, what taxonomists do and why classifying life is so important. The definition ...

A new genus and species of microscopic crustacean, Indiaphonte bijoyi, has been discovered in Kavaratti, India.

What should you call that bird? You couldn't go wrong with "dinosaur," taxonomists say. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you ...