Conspecific
- Pronunciation
- /kon-spuh-SIH-fik/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Conspecific
- Plural
- Conspecifics
Definition
Individuals belonging to the same species.
Etymology
From Latin 'con-', meaning 'together' or 'with', and 'specificus', meaning 'species'.
Example
The study focused on the interactions between conspecifics in a population of honeybees.
Synonyms
- Same-species individuals
Related Terms
Usage Notes
The term is used to describe interactions or comparisons between members of the same species, such as in behavioral studies or ecological research.