granti

Granti is a Latinized species or subspecies epithet used in zoological and botanical nomenclature to honor individuals with the surname Grant. It is typically written in lowercase following the genus name and does not stand alone as a proper noun.

Etymology and forms: The epithet derives from the surname Grant and is Latinized to granti, indicating masculine honorific. Some authors have used grantii or grants, depending on tradition and the taxonomic code; the choice and gender agreement are governed by ICZN for animals and ICN for plants, fungi, and algae.

Usage: Granti may appear at species or subspecies level and is used for a wide range of organisms across many taxa. A granti epithet is assigned when describing a new taxon and a type specimen is designated; later taxonomic changes may transfer or rename the taxon, but the epithet generally remains associated with the new name unless rejected or sunk.

Notes: The practice reflects the tradition of honoring contributors to science; it also means that granti does not convey biological information about the organism itself. The exact spelling, pronunciation, and applicability can vary between groups and over time.