infraspecific
/ˌɪnfrəspəˈsɪfɪk/
adjective
- Relating to a category or group within a species, such as a subspecies, variety, or form.
- Botanists often study infraspecific variation in flower color within a single species.
- The infraspecific classification of this butterfly includes several distinct subspecies.
- Infraspecific differences in diet can help scientists understand how animals adapt to local environments.
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