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Biology The Living World What is Living? Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

In fish, Catla catla the specific name is identical with the generic name, thus it is an example of

A
autonym
B
tautonym
C
synonym
D
homonym

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B

A tautonym occurs when the genus name and species epithet are identical, e.g., Catla catla, Gorilla gorilla, Bison bison. It is commonly used in zoological nomenclature, but not allowed in botanical nomenclature

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