genus bombus

Thân thiện

A bumblebee from the genus Bombus collects nectar from a purple flower.

Definition

Noun: - A taxonomic category: "genus Bombus" is the scientific name for the genus comprising bumblebees. In biological classification, a genus is a rank grouping closely related species.

Usage Notes

• This term is used exclusively in scientific and formal contexts, specifically in zoology and entomology. It is not used in everyday conversation.
• It is typically written in italics () in scientific literature, with the genus name capitalized.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The genus Bombus is crucial for the pollination of many wildflowers.
  • A new species was discovered and classified within the genus Bombus.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used to discuss the classification and evolutionary relationships of bees.
  • The family Apidae includes the genus Bombus as well as the genus Apis (honey bees).

Variants and Related Words

• Bombus (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, used interchangeably in scientific contexts.
  • The study focused on several Bombus species.
• Bumblebee (n): The common name for any bee belonging to the genus .
  • A bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) was on the flower.

Synonyms

• Bumblebee genus: A descriptive, non-scientific synonym.

Related Phrases

• Bombus species: Refers to the individual species within this genus.
  • Many Bombus species are in decline.

Học thuật

Noun

1. bumblebees

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Bombus
• genus Bombus