Zdeněk Veselovský

Czech zoologist and ethologist

Zdeněk Veselovský - Czech zoologist and ethologist
Born

1938
87 years ago

Died

November 24th, 2006
18 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Czech Republic

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Contributed to the understanding of animal behavior and ecology. Specialized in the study of insects, particularly ants. Conducted research that explored communication and social structures within ant colonies. Published numerous papers and articles that influenced ethology and behavioral ecology. Held academic positions and mentored students in the field of zoology.

Studied communication in ant species

Published significant research papers

Mentored future zoologists and ethologists

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