The scientific name of an organism is composed of two parts: the genus and the species. This system is known as binomial nomenclature, which was developed by Carl Linnaeus in the 18th century.
The first part, the genus, refers to a group of species that are closely related and share a common ancestor. It is always capitalized. The second part, the species, identifies the specific organism within that genus and is not capitalized. Together, they provide a unique and universally accepted name for each organism, ensuring clear communication among scientists worldwide.