Synonym
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<speciesfyi-glossary slug="synonym"></speciesfyi-glossary>Definition
A scientific name that applies to a taxon previously described under a different valid name.
Detailed Explanation
Taxonomic synonymy arises when the same species is described more than once by different scientists — the earliest validly published name takes priority under the principle of nomenclatural priority. Resolving synonyms requires painstaking literature review and type specimen comparison. Some species accumulate dozens of synonyms. Databases like Catalogue of Life work to consolidate these into accepted names, essential for biodiversity monitoring.