1. taxonomic groups that are subdivisions of a larger taxon
Usage: biology; plural form

Examples

• The genus contains several subtaxa that differ in their habitat preferences.
• Researchers identified three distinct subtaxa within the species complex.
• The classification system organizes these subtaxa based on morphological characteristics.
• Each of the subtaxa shows unique genetic markers.
• The study examined the evolutionary relationships among these subtaxa.
• Taxonomists debate whether these subtaxa should be elevated to species status.