# Biological Parent

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RBartzGrOte2TVksxcDR8iH

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Birth Parent

## Definition

A Biological Parent, also known as a birth parent, is an individual from whom a child inherits their genetic material. This refers to the mother, from whom a child is born, and the father, who contributes to the child's conception, distinguishing them from adoptive or step-parents.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R9EOkKjFMzLEwh7coNAwXjX

**Deprecated:** False

**Source:** From LIST: Legal Issues Taxonomy — https://taxonomy.legal/