Q. I notice you sometimes include scientific names of animals in your columns. One time you identified a timber rattlesnake; another time, two turtles (an Alabama redbelly turtle and a stinkpot).

Scientific name of chicken: The common chicken, which is one of the most widespread and domesticated animals in the world, has an interesting place in biological classification. Recent estimates say ...

Support local journalism: Find offers for new subscribers here: Special Offers — FLORIDA TODAY. Typically, when we are asked questions about plants, the person asking may only know its common name, ...

Scientific name of Rose: The rose is one of the most loved flowers in the world because of its intoxicating smell and beauty that everyone knows. It's interesting to learn about the technical ...

Sugarcane's scientific name is Saccharum officinarum, the noble cane. It belongs to the Poaceae (Grass) family; related to wheat and rice. Proper classification is vital for global agricultural ...