Imre Frivaldszky
Hungarian botanist and entomologist
Born
February 6th, 1799
226 years ago
Died
1870
155 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Hungary
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A respected figure in the fields of botany and entomology, significant contributions included research on various plant species and insect classifications. Led explorations into Hungary's flora and fauna, enriching scientific understanding of the region's biodiversity. Published several influential studies during the 19th century, establishing groundwork for future researchers in both botanical and entomological disciplines.
Published studies on Hungarian flora
Contributed to insect classification systems
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