Campodean

/kæmpoʊˈdiən/ adjective

Definition

Of or relating to the genus Campodea or its characteristics, used in entomological description.

Etymology

Adjective form derived from 'Campodea' (the genus name) plus '-an,' following the standard pattern for naming biological characteristics after their source genus.

Kelly Says

Scientific names get adjective forms so researchers can describe features without repeating the whole genus name—it's like having a shorthand code for scientists to communicate precisely about nature.

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