R. I. Pocock
Zoologist and archaeologist with expertise
Born
Died
1947
79 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributed significantly to zoology and archaeology. Conducted extensive research on reptiles and mammals, publishing seminal works that advanced understanding in these fields. Served as curator at the Natural History Museum in London, overseeing important collections. Made significant discoveries in the study of fossil remains and ancient species, enhancing knowledge in evolutionary biology.
Published numerous papers on reptiles and mammals
Curated collections at the Natural History Museum
Conducted notable research on fossil remains
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