Classification of Living Organisms

Skibidi, let us dive into the world of living organisms! In the taxonomic toilet, Carolus Linnaeus laid the foundation with eight ranks, from domain to species. Lowkey, the three domains—bacteria, archaea, and eukarya—set the edge for classification. Bacteria and archaea are the goons of the prokaryotic realm, while eukarya flexes those eukaryotic vibes. Now, when we classify, we use three species concepts: biological, morphological, and phylogenetic, all dank in their own right. The dichotomous key is like a branching ship, guiding us through questions. Remember, naming is an art; genus and species must flow in Latin, a true sigma move!