taylori

Taylori is a term used chiefly as a Latinized epithet in biological nomenclature and, less commonly, as a proper noun in general naming. In taxonomy, taylori (lowercase) is a patronymic specific epithet derived from the surname Taylor, used to honor a person with that name who contributed to the discovery or study of a species. It is attached to a genus name to form a binomial scientific name, for example in the pattern Genus taylori. The epithet appears across many groups of organisms, including animals, plants, and microorganisms, reflecting the long-standing practice of commemorating researchers and collectors in species names.

The usage of taylori follows the conventions of the International Code of Nomenclature: the epithet is Latinized, typically rendered in lowercase, and the exact person honored is usually indicated in the original description. The practice does not imply any taxonomic relationship beyond naming a species; different taxa can independently adopt the same epithet.

Outside scientific naming, Taylori can appear as a proper noun in other contexts. It may be used as a surname or chosen name in fiction, branding, or personal naming, and is sometimes encountered in cultural or historical discussions unrelated to taxonomy. When capitalized as Taylori, the term functions as a personal or organizational name rather than a scientific term.

In summary, Taylori is primarily recognized as a Latinized species epithet honoring the surname Taylor, with occasional use as a capitalized proper noun in non-scientific contexts. See also the related surname Taylor.