In binomial nomenclature, a nomen dubium (Latin for "doubtful name", plural nomina dubia) is a scientific name that is of unknown or doubtful application. == Zoology == In case of a nomen dubium, it may be impossible to determine whether a specimen belongs to that group or not.
In binomial nomenclature, a nomen dubium (Latin for "doubtful name", plural nomina dubia) is a scientific name that is of unknown or doubtful application. == Zoology == In case of a nomen dubium, it may be impossible to determine whether a specimen belongs to that group or not.
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