Latreille, Pierre André

Definition

A prominent French entomologist and taxonomist who made significant contributions to the classification and naming of insects and other arthropods.

Etymology

Named after Pierre André Latreille (1762–1833), who was an influential figure in entomology.

Example

Latreille, Pierre André was the first to describe many insect species, and his taxonomy system is still influential today.

Related Terms

• Entomology
• Taxonomy
• Insect classification

Usage Notes

Latreille is often cited in scientific literature, particularly in species descriptions and historical entomological studies.