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Who invented taxonomy?

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The question is asking about the origins of taxonomy and specifically wants to know who is credited with the invention of this scientific classification system.

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Carl Linnaeus

Carl Linnaeus, also known as Carl von Linné or Carolus Linnaeus, is considered the father of taxonomy.

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Carl Linnaeus, also known as Carl von Linné or Carolus Linnaeus, is considered the father of taxonomy.

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Carl Linnaeus' system for naming organisms, known as binomial nomenclature, is still in use today with adaptations.

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