Taxonomic Latin Translation Dictionary [duplicate]

1. Are taxonomic names in Latin?
2. What is Article 23 ICZN?
3. What is the rule of ICZN?

Are taxonomic names in Latin?

Scientific names have traditionally been based on Latin or Greek roots, although more recently, roots from other names are allowed and being used, e.g., Oncorhynchus kisutch. The root Onco is Latin for hooked and rhynchus is Latin for beak, i.e., hooked beak. kisutch is a Russian word.

What is Article 23 ICZN?

Principle of Priority. The valid name of a taxon is the oldest available name applied to it, unless that name has been invalidated or another name is given precedence by any provision of the Code or by any ruling of the Commission.

What is the rule of ICZN?

ICZN follows the Principle of Priority, in which the oldest available name is applied in preference to newer names where possible. of families and genera which have the same spelling but refer to different taxa. two different organisms being originally described with the same name spelled in the same way.