Thanks for the interesting and detailed look at the declension of scientific names, NicholasW. And, while I'm aware of the technicalities justifying the change from Brontosaurus to Apatosaurus, I still feel it's a shame to have lost that name...Thunder Lizard! From the Greek 'bronte.' So appropriate. Brontosaurus has resonance! One of the two most classically known dinosaur names...Tyrannosaurus Rex and Brontosaurus. As well as the favorites, and most readily identifiable, for most any child intrigued with these creatures. I'll always lament the loss of Brontosaurus...but, yes, the scientific reasons make sense.

On one other note: My posts are leading to deletions and arse?...hmmmmm.