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Epithet: ringens
Meaning: Gaping
Derivation: Present participle of the Latin verb "ringi," meaning "to open wide; to open the mouth, show the teeth."
Pronunciation: RIN-jens

Whereas the generic name must be unique, there are often two or more genera with the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also be used within a species for subspecies, varieties, and forms.

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