Cresson, Ezra Townsend

Definition

Ezra Townsend Cresson was a prominent 19th-century American entomologist known for his extensive work on Hymenoptera, particularly bees and wasps. He significantly contributed to the categorization and description of various species within this order.

Etymology

Ezra Townsend Cresson was born in 1838 and died in 1926. His work primarily took place in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Example

Ezra Townsend Cresson authored many scientific papers that detailed the taxonomy of North American Hymenoptera.

Related Terms

• Hymenoptera
• Taxonomist
• Entomologist
• Species description

Usage Notes

Cresson's work laid the foundation for future hymenopterists, and many species described by him remain valid to this day.