Common Names and Scientific Names Quiz

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Common Names and Scientific Names of Animals and Plants

Cattle categorized into Bos taurus (without hump) and Bos indicus (with hump).
Carabao scientifically recognized as Bubalus bubalis.
Goats identified as Capra hircus.
Swine (pigs) classified as Sus scrofa domesticus.
Chickens known as Gallus gallus domesticus.
Ducks categorized as Anas platyrhynchos domesticus.
Horses scientifically named Equus caballus.
Rice is botanically referred to as Oryza sativa.
Corn is known scientifically as Zea mays.
Bananas include multiple species under Musa spp..
Calamansi is scientifically called Citrofortunella microcarpa.
Mango is recognized as Mangifera indica.
Pineapple termed as Ananas comosus.
Abaca, or Manila hemp, classified as Musa textilis.
Coconuts are known scientifically as Cocos nucifera.
Coffee plants fall under Coffea sp..
Rubber produced from Hevea brasiliensis.
Sugarcane recognized as Saccharum officinarum.
Tobacco scientifically termed Nicotiana tabacum.
Cacao classified as Theobroma cacao.
Mungbean identified as Vigna radiata.
Potatoes are scientifically called Solanum tuberosum.
Cabbage classified as Brassica oleracea var. capitata.
Eggplants are scientifically recognized as Solanum melongena.
Tomatoes classified as Solanum lycopersicum.
Bittergourd referred to as Momordica charantia.
Onions are known scientifically as Allium cepa.
Garlic classified as Allium sativum.
Sweet potatoes scientifically recognized as Ipomoea batatas.
Cassava is classified as Manihot esculenta.

Poultry Production

Broiler chickens are specifically bred for meat and referred to as Gallus gallus domesticus.
Layers of chickens are raised primarily for egg production, also known as Gallus gallus domesticus.
Native breeds of chickens may include Gallus gallus domesticus or Sus scrofa domesticus.
Dairy terminology typically refers to products derived from Bos taurus.
Duck eggs originate from Anas platyrhynchos domesticus, not a separate species.
Chicken eggs are produced by Gallus gallus domesticus, indicating no separate species classification.

Buffalo Breeds and Production

African buffalo, also known as the Cape buffalo, is a powerful and potentially dangerous species when threatened.
Asia is home to both domesticated water buffalo (Asian buffalo) and wild buffalo species.

Common Names and Scientific Names of Animals and Plants

Cattle categorized into Bos taurus (without hump) and Bos indicus (with hump).
Carabao scientifically recognized as Bubalus bubalis.
Goats identified as Capra hircus.
Swine (pigs) classified as Sus scrofa domesticus.
Chickens known as Gallus gallus domesticus.
Ducks categorized as Anas platyrhynchos domesticus.
Horses scientifically named Equus caballus.
Rice is botanically referred to as Oryza sativa.
Corn is known scientifically as Zea mays.
Bananas include multiple species under Musa spp..
Calamansi is scientifically called Citrofortunella microcarpa.
Mango is recognized as Mangifera indica.
Pineapple termed as Ananas comosus.
Abaca, or Manila hemp, classified as Musa textilis.
Coconuts are known scientifically as Cocos nucifera.
Coffee plants fall under Coffea sp..
Rubber produced from Hevea brasiliensis.
Sugarcane recognized as Saccharum officinarum.
Tobacco scientifically termed Nicotiana tabacum.
Cacao classified as Theobroma cacao.
Mungbean identified as Vigna radiata.
Potatoes are scientifically called Solanum tuberosum.
Cabbage classified as Brassica oleracea var. capitata.
Eggplants are scientifically recognized as Solanum melongena.
Tomatoes classified as Solanum lycopersicum.
Bittergourd referred to as Momordica charantia.
Onions are known scientifically as Allium cepa.
Garlic classified as Allium sativum.
Sweet potatoes scientifically recognized as Ipomoea batatas.
Cassava is classified as Manihot esculenta.

Poultry Production

Broiler chickens are specifically bred for meat and referred to as Gallus gallus domesticus.
Layers of chickens are raised primarily for egg production, also known as Gallus gallus domesticus.
Native breeds of chickens may include Gallus gallus domesticus or Sus scrofa domesticus.
Dairy terminology typically refers to products derived from Bos taurus.
Duck eggs originate from Anas platyrhynchos domesticus, not a separate species.
Chicken eggs are produced by Gallus gallus domesticus, indicating no separate species classification.

Buffalo Breeds and Production

African buffalo, also known as the Cape buffalo, is a powerful and potentially dangerous species when threatened.
Asia is home to both domesticated water buffalo (Asian buffalo) and wild buffalo species.

Description

Test your knowledge of common and scientific names of various animals and plants with this engaging quiz. This quiz covers a variety of species, including livestock, crops, and more. See how well you can match common names to their scientific counterparts!