Newly created taxonomic names in biological nomenclature often reflect the discoverer's interests or honour those the discoverer holds in esteem. This is a list of real organisms with scientific names chosen to reference the fictional Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling.
Named after wizards
Named after magical creatures
Named after spells, objects, and locations
See also List of unusual biological names List of organisms named after works of fiction List of organisms named after famous people
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