loomiseni

Loomiseni is a taxonomic epithet used in the scientific names of organisms to honor an individual with the surname Loomis. In a binomial name, loomiseni functions as the specific epithet and is paired with a genus to form a distinct species name. It is written in lower case and, when the full scientific name is used, typically set in italics.

Etymology and usage: In zoological and botanical nomenclature, eponymous epithets are Latinized to indicate tribute. The suffixes chosen to reflect a honoree can vary; traditional practice often uses endings such as -i for a male, -ae for a female, or alternative Latinizations depending on the author and taxonomic tradition. The form loomiseni represents one such Latinized variant. The exact motivation and honoree are normally explained in the original species description or subsequent taxonomic notes.

Taxonomic scope and notes: The epithet loomiseni may appear in multiple, unrelated taxa across different groups, since many researchers independently name new species after individuals they regard as significant. Consequently, there can be several distinct species with loomiseni as their epithet in different genera. When encountered, the context of the genus and the cited author typically clarifies which Loomis is being honored and in what lineage.

See also: Eponymy in taxonomy; Latinization of species epithets; binomial nomenclature.