/zoʊˈdʒɪnɪ

Definitions

1. noun

The study of the origin and development of living organisms, especially of animals, from a common ancestry.

“The new museum exhibit focused on the zoogeny of dinosaurs and their evolution over millions of years.”

2. noun

The process of giving rise to new animal species through the adaptation and modification of existing ones.

“The zoogeny of the new species was a result of its unique genetic makeup and environmental pressures.”