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taxonomic hierarchy
(English) According to the Code, a system of classification based on taxa of decreasing inclusiveness from the kingdom Animalia to the smallest distinguishable groups of individuals. (See also: Code, classification, taxon)
hiérarchie taxonomique
(French) Selon le Code, système de classification basé sur des taxa réunis en groupements d'importance décroissante depuis le règne Animalia jusqu'aux plus petits groupes distinguables d'individus. (See also: Code, classification, taxon)
hierarquia taxonómica
(Portuguese) Do Código, sistema de classificação baseado em taxa de inclusibilidade decrescente desde o Reino Animalia ao mais pequeno grupo distinto grupo de indivíduos. (See also: Code, classification, taxon)

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