pearsonae
Pearsonae is a taxonomic epithet used in scientific names to honor individuals bearing the surname Pearson. It is not a standalone taxon or a higher rank; rather, it appears as the specific epithet in binomial nomenclature across different genera. The form pearsonae reflects Latin grammar, representing the feminine genitive meaning “of Pearson.” This epithet is typically applied when the honoree is a woman, with masculine forms such as pearsoni or pearsonus used in other contexts.
The epithet pearsonae can occur in a wide range of organism groups, including animals, plants, fungi, and
Etymology and publication: When a new species is described, the author may designate an epithet such as
See also: Eponym in taxonomy, Binomial nomenclature, Latin grammar in taxonomy
References: Taxonomic naming codes (ICZN, ICN) and guides on eponymous epithets provide foundational rules for the