Question

Based on the species names you've been working with in this dichotomous key,

which of the options below is the correct way to write the scientific name of a house
cat?
felis Catus
Felis Catus
Felis catus

Answer 1

The best answer is Felis catus because the first letter of species is always big F and the species name always start with small letter after the species category.

Answer 2

It is the last answer, Felis catus, or F. catus for short. The genus first letter is always capitalized and the species first letter is always lowercase