Packard, Alpheus Spring
- Pronunciation
- /PACK-ard, AL-fee-us SPRING/
- Category
- Notable Entomologists
- Singular
- Packard, Alpheus Spring
- Plural
- Packard, Alpheus Spring
Definition
An American entomologist and palaeontologist, known for his extensive work on the morphology and classification of insects, and for being a founding member of the American Society of Naturalists.
Etymology
The name refers to Alpheus Spring Packard, born in 1839 and died in 1905.
Example
Alpheus Spring Packard made significant contributions to the field of entomology through his detailed studies on insect morphology and development.
Related Terms
- Entomology
- Palaeontology
- Morphology
- Classification
- American Society of Naturalists
Usage Notes
Alpheus Spring Packard's work continues to influence the field of entomology, particularly in the areas of insect morphology and evolutionary biology.