Heinrich Kuhl

German naturalist and zoologist

Heinrich Kuhl - German naturalist and zoologist
Born

September 17th, 1797
227 years ago

Died

September 14th, 1821
203 years ago — 23 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Contributions included significant research on Asian fauna and flora. Conducted extensive studies in Indonesia, documenting various species and their habitats. Collaborated with prominent scientists of the time and contributed to zoological literature. Published works that advanced understanding in the field of natural history.

Conducted research in Indonesia

Documented numerous species

Collaborated with other naturalists

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