Georg Karl Maria Seidlitz

German entomologist and academic

Georg Karl Maria Seidlitz - Scientists & Innovators born June 19th, 1840
Born
Died

1917
109 years ago — 77 years old

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Scientists & Innovators

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Germany

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An entomologist and academic specialized in beetles. Conducted extensive research on various insect species, particularly in the order Coleoptera. Contributed to taxonomic studies, discovering and describing numerous new species. Authored important works that influenced the field of entomology and educated future generations of scientists.

Conducted significant research in entomology

Described numerous beetle species

Published influential academic papers

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