speciology

/sɛsɪˈɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

The study of speciose species, or a collection of species of a particular taxon or geographic area, especially in the context of biodiversity and conservation.

“The museum’s extensive collection was a prime example of speciology in action.”

Synonyms

  • speciosophy
  • taxonomy

Antonyms

  • endemism
  • extinction