Bolletii

Bolletii is a Latinized specific epithet used in the scientific names of various organisms. It is not a standalone taxon or group, but part of binomial nomenclature that identifies a species within a genus.

Etymology and formation: The epithet bolletii typically honors a person with a surname such as Bollet or a related name. The suffix -ii is a common Latin genitive ending used to name species after men, indicating “of Bollet” or a similar origin. As a result, bolletii can appear in the scientific names of species across different groups.

Taxonomic usage: Because many genera exist across different kingdoms, the epithet bolletii may appear in more than one binomial name. Each occurrence refers to a distinct species within its respective genus. The full species name must be read together with its genus to determine the organism being described.

Nomenclature rules: In binomial nomenclature, the genus name is capitalized and the species epithet is lowercase, as in Genus bolletii. The epithet is not unique on its own; it gains meaning only within the context of the attached genus. Proper naming also involves publication with a description or type specimen and adherence to the relevant codes of nomenclature.

Interpretation and scope: Because bolletii is a species epithet used in multiple taxa, knowledge of the exact organism requires the complete binomial name and its taxonomic context. The epithet itself provides insight into naming origins but does not specify biological characteristics, ecology, or behavior.