The coining of scientific names for newly described species is one of the most creative acts
in science. We briefly review the history of species naming, with an emphasis on constraints …

The Linnean nomenclatural system dominates in taxonomy, despite various ethical issues
being raised regarding the rules applied to this approach. Some recent proposals to adapt …

Celebrities can generate substantial attention and influence public interest in species. Using
a large‐scale examination of publicly available data, we assessed whether species across 6 …

Moving away from "the Muddle in the Middle" toward solving the Chibanian puzzle Moving
away from "the Muddle in the Middle" toward solving the Chibanian puzzle Evol Anthropol. 2024 …

Several recent authors have called for the revision of the common and scientific names
associated with taxa, as well as scientific terms, that may be construed as offensive (eg …

In a recent editorial published in the Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society by the
International Commission on Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN), the ICZN states clearly that …

A recent revision of the anacondas (Serpentes: Boidae: Eunectes), with the description of a
new species of green anaconda, generated extensive publicity, but also provoked …

Conducting research in science education, the authors of the Journal of Baltic Science
Education surely remember eponyms in school subjects and university courses. Eponym is …

Societal Impact Statement It is important to recognize how our current understanding of
plants has been shaped by diverse cultural contexts, as this underscores the importance of …

Recently, the ICZN Commissioners (Ceríaco et al. 2023) issued a formal statement
signalling their resistance to promoting the replacement of specific epithets honouring …