Hanburiorum

Hanburiorum is a Latinized species epithet used in the scientific names of several organisms. It is not a standalone genus or taxon; rather, hanburiorum appears as the second word in a binomial name, identifying a particular species within a genus. The epithet is formed to honor individuals bearing the surname Hanbury and is selected by the taxonomist who describes the species.

In nomenclatural practice, hanburiorum functions as part of the species name under the rules of the relevant code (zoological or botanical). The form is a plural honorific, typically indicating recognition of two or more people named Hanbury, and it is treated as a Latin noun within the name. Because it is an epithet, the form is generally kept fixed with respect to the genus it accompanies, rather than being altered to agree with the gender of the genus.

Usage of hanburiorum occurs across multiple biological groups, including both animals and plants, though it is not confined to any single taxon. Instances arise in historical and contemporary taxonomic literature where researchers have chosen to honor multiple individuals with that surname.

Etymology and naming conventions: hanburiorum derives from the surname Hanbury plus a Latin genitive plural suffix, reflecting the practice of commemorating people within species epithets. The exact interpretation follows standard Latin grammar rules for Latinized names in scientific nomenclature.

See also: taxonomy, binomial nomenclature, species epithets, etymology of scientific names, Hanbury (surname).