Chevrolat, Louis Alexandre Auguste

Pronunciation: /shev-roh-LAH, loo-EE ah-lehk-SAHN-der oh-GUHST/

Category: Taxonomy

Singular: Chevrolat, Louis Alexandre Auguste

Plural: Chevrolat, Louis Alexandre Auguste

Definition

A prominent French entomologist of the 19th century, known for his extensive work on beetles (Coleoptera) and contributions to the taxonomy of various insect species.

Etymology

Named after Louis Alexandre Auguste Chevrolat, whose contributions significantly advanced the study and classification of beetles.

Example

Chevrolat, Louis Alexandre Auguste, described many new beetle species and his collections are still studied by entomologists today.

Related Terms

Entomology
Coleoptera
Taxonomy
Beetles

Usage Notes

Chevrolat's name often appears in the taxonomic descriptions of beetles, sometimes abbreviated as 'Chevrolat' or 'Chev.'.