And we have a super #tautonym: 𝑀𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑠 𝑚𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑠 𝑚𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑠, the nominate subspecies. It occupies much of western and central Europe and is noted for its relatively large size and dense fur, traits that help it thrive in cooler, temperate climates.
#TautonymTuesday #TaxonomyTuesday #Systematics Photo: Chris P.

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And it’s another SUPER #TAUTONYM: The nominate subspecies 𝑅𝑢𝑝𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑝𝑟𝑎 𝑟𝑢𝑝𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑝𝑟𝑎 𝑟𝑢𝑝𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑝𝑟𝑎 (Alpine #chamois) ranges across #Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Slovakia. Adapted to alpine habitats, it’s a master of vertical terrain! #TautonymTuesday #Systematics Photo: Isiwal

And there’s a SUPER #tautonym: 𝑅𝑒𝑑𝑢𝑛𝑐𝑎 𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑢𝑛𝑐𝑎 𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑢𝑛𝑐𝑎! This nominate subspecies ranges from #Senegal to #Togo, inhabiting northern African savannas. A perfect example of #taxonomy meeting #geography. #TautonymTuesday #Biodiversity #taxonomy