subspecies

[US]/'sʌbspiːʃiːz/
[UK]/sʌb'spiʃiz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a subdivision within a species, usually distinguished by geographic location or specific characteristics

Example Sentences

subspecies that are differentiated by the markings on their wings.

Discovery of subspecies toxic to dipteran and coleopteran insects in 1977 and 1983, respectively.

This subspecies shows differences with A. a. punctatissima in both body size and elytral maculation.

Larvicidal oil or larvicide (such as temephos, Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies israelensis etc.) can be applied to stagnant water directly with dosage according to the label instructions.

Scientists study different subspecies of birds to understand their unique characteristics.

The conservation efforts focus on protecting endangered subspecies of tigers.

There are various subspecies of butterflies found in the rainforest.

The zoo is home to a rare subspecies of giraffe from Africa.

Genetic research has revealed new subspecies of plants in the region.

The subspecies of wolves in Yellowstone National Park have distinct hunting behaviors.

Differences in climate can lead to the evolution of new subspecies within a species.

The study focuses on the genetic diversity of different subspecies of ants.

The zoo is working on a breeding program to save a critically endangered subspecies of rhinoceros.

Conservationists are monitoring the population trends of various subspecies of sea turtles.

Real-world Examples

There are some six subspecies of this big cat left in the world.

Source: National Geographic (Children's Section)

You see, there are more than a dozen subspecies of house mice worldwide.

Source: Scientific 60 Seconds - Scientific American May 2022 Collection

Spirit bears are actually a subspecies of black bear that due to double recessive gene aren't black at all.

Source: CNN Listening Compilation July 2023

One of the two flycatcher subspecies is migratory. The other stays put.

Source: Science 60 Seconds - Scientific American September 2021 Collection

The researchers studied the genomes of the 20 living penguin species and subspecies.

Source: VOA Special August 2022 Collection

In fact, people thought that one subspecies—the Giant Canada Goose—was already extinct.

Source: Vox opinion

In 1993 two females of a slightly different subspecies were put into his corral.

Source: The Economist - Comprehensive

The most common subspecies of tiger is the Bengal, though it's still considered endangered.

Source: CNN 10 Student English March 2022 Collection

Both subspecies are threatened by habitat loss, pollution, and other human activities.

Source: Newsweek

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