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Specific epithet
The label (or designation) of a particular species in the binomial system of nomenclature . For example, "palmata" is the specific epithet of the elkhorn coral, Acropora palmata .
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Natural environment
- Category: Coral reefs
- Organization: NOAA
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