Carl Linnaeus was born on May 23, 1707 in Rashult, Sweden. Swedish botanist responsible for several developments in modern taxonomy, including binomial nomenclature.
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About
Swedish Botanist responsible for several developments in modern taxonomy, including binomial nomenclature.
Before Fame
He attended Uppsala University and later joined their faculty as a botany lecturer.
Trivia
The Linnean Society of London, which focuses on the study of taxonomy, was founded in 1788, ten years after his death.
Family Life
He married Sara Elisabeth Moraea in 1739, and they had six children together.
Associated With
His work and accomplishments were praised by Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
