Etymology sub-forum (1 Viewer)

Richard Klim

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• Oct 10, 2013

• #1

Whilst it might be a good idea to start a sub-forum for those discussions specifically limited to etymology, many of the threads that have been transferred are actually more concerned with systematics and taxonomy, and it would be more appropriate to keep them in the main forum. eg, Kaempfer's Woodpecker, Tyto almae, Rhynocryptidae, Thamnophilidae, Black-browed Reed Warbler, Eudocimus, Fenwick's Antpitta...

PS. Threads appear to have been transferred because they include the word 'etymology', which is too simplistic an approach.

 

Last edited: Oct 10, 2013

delia todd

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• Oct 10, 2013

• #2

Hi Richard

To transfer the threads is quite simple... ummm... but knowing which ones should be moved is completely beyond me (not sure about the other Mods though).

If you could help out by flagging up which ones you think should be moved to the main Taxonomy Forum (preferably with the link), we can have a go at it.

 

Andy Bright

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• Oct 10, 2013

• #3

The threads were suggested by the member who wanted this new forum... I didn't move some of the suggestions as even I could see they were only vaguely related to the title of this forum.
However, if the public demand for this subforum isn't forthcoming, or etymology aspects are so intertwined with general taxonomy that separation is often unrealistic, then I can easily remove it.
Some threads have now been moved back.
regards,
Andy

 

Richard Klim

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• Oct 10, 2013

• #4

Delia, Andy.

Thanks for moving back those that I suggested. I appreciate that it's not easy without a definite list!

I'd suggest also moving back:
A question for ICZN/taxonomy gurus
Chionidae or Chionididae ?

I think that all taxonomy threads started by Susan Manchester, James Jobling or Calalp concern etymology, and could be transferred to the new sub-forum:
www.birdforum.net/search.php?searchid=14256525
www.birdforum.net/search.php?searchid=14256532
www.birdforum.net/search.php?searchid=14256519

I'm sure that others could suggest some more...

 

Last edited: Oct 10, 2013

Andy Bright

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• Oct 10, 2013

• #5

Thanks Richard, moved some more.
cheers,
Andy

 

Richard Klim

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• Oct 10, 2013

• #6

Great, Andy. That's given the sub-forum a solid start. :t: