lajiryhmä
A lajiryhmä, or "species group" in Finnish, refers to a collection of closely related biological species that share a common ancestor and exhibit similar characteristics. These groups are often used in taxonomy, the scientific classification of organisms, to organize species into broader categories that reflect their evolutionary relationships. Lajiryhmät can include species that are morphologically similar or those that share genetic traits, ecological niches, or reproductive compatibility.
In Finnish taxonomy, lajiryhmä may encompass a genus, a species complex, or even a broader clade, depending
Lajiryhmät are particularly useful in fields like ecology and conservation biology, where understanding species relationships aids
The concept of lajiryhmä aligns with broader taxonomic principles, including the use of phylogenetic trees to