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subspecies

/ˈsʌbˌspiː.ʃiːz/

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noun

/ˈsʌbˌspiː.ʃiːz/C1formalscientific
  • ruТаксономический ранг ниже вида, обычно возникающий в результате географической изоляции и представляющий собой отдельную популяцию внутри вида.

A taxonomic rank below a species, typically resulting from geographical isolation and representing a distinct population within a species.

  1. Taxonomic divisionC1formalscientific

    A taxonomic group that is a division of a species, usually arising as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species.

    ruПодвид

    • The northern subspecies of the bird has a slightly different plumage.
    • Biologists identified a new subspecies of the butterfly in the isolated valley.
    • Geographical barriers often lead to the development of distinct subspecies.

    Synonymsracevariety

Forms
  • subspecies plural form
  • subspecies' possessive plural form
  • subspecies's possessive singular form