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  1. Genus

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    Naming Conventions
    The genus name, when used in binomial nomenclature (e.g., Homo sapiens), is always capitalized and italicized. It forms the first part of the species name (the generic epithet).
    The establishment of a genus/) is often subject to the Principle of Phylogenetic Priority, although historically, many genera were established based on superficial, often aesthetic, similarities, leading to significant [taxonomic instability](/entries/taxono…