The video tutorial explains the complex relationships among Earth's organisms, both current and extinct. It introduces taxonomy, the science of classifying organisms into groups based on shared characteristics, and discusses the criteria used for classification, such as anatomical features, DNA sequences, and fossil records. The tutorial also outlines the widely accepted classification hierarchy, from domain to species, highlighting the variation in modern taxonomy.

Explain the significance of Latinized names in taxonomy.

What types of information do taxonomists evaluate when classifying organisms?