Bert Hölldobler
Biologist specializing in ants
Born
June 25th, 1936
89 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A prominent biologist and entomologist focused on social insects, particularly ants. Contributed significantly to the understanding of ant behavior and ecology. Co-authored the book 'The Ants,' which received the Pulitzer Prize for General Non-Fiction and solidified contributions to the field of entomology. Held a position at Arizona State University, where research on the evolution and social organization of ants was conducted.
Co-authored 'The Ants', Pulitzer Prize winner
Conducted extensive research on ant sociology
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