Taxonomy of Finfish

1.2.10 Nomenclature change

Nomen nudum

A species name published without satisfying the condition of availability is generally called as Nomen nudum.

Nomen dubium

The name of a nominal species for which available evidence is insufficient to permit recognition of the zoological species to which it was applied.

Nomen oblitum

A name that has been remained unused as a senior synonym in the primary zoological literature for more than fifty years is to be considered as forgotten name.

Nomen conservandum

A name preserved by the action of commission and placed on the appropriate official list.