Question

The scientific name of an animal is Vulpes lagopus, which is also known as the Arctic Fox. What can we infer from this name?

A. The animal belongs to the fox family.
B. The animal belongs to the Vulpes family and the Lagopus species.
C. The animal belongs to the Vulpes species and its genus is Lagopus.
D. The animal belongs to the Vulpes genus and its species is Lagopus.

Answer 1

The scientific name Vulpes lagopus indicates that the animal belongs to the Vulpes genus and its species is Lagopus.

Step-by-step explanation:

The scientific name of an animal is Vulpes lagopus, which is also known as the Arctic Fox. From this name, we can infer that:

1. The animal belongs to the Vulpes genus and its species is Lagopus.
2. The animal has some characteristics that are similar to other members of the Vulpes genus.
3. The animal may have some connection or similarity with the Lagopus species.