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Last week we learned about Binomial Nomenclature - the naming of species. Now that you have the basic mechanics of the system down, I thought you might enjoy learning about some of the interesting names biologists have come up with. Read the article and then head on over to the forum to talk about it!.

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Binomial Nomenclature - Fun With Names
Taxonomists, those who come up with specific names for organisms, don't necessarily fall into the category of stodgy, boring old scientists as many folks might believe.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art18277.asp

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