Edward Hallowell (herpetologist) facts for kids
This page is about the herpetologist. For other people named Edward Hallowell, see Edward Hallowell (disambiguation).
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Edward Hallowell
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| Born | 1808 |
| Died | February 20, 1860 |
| Nationality | American |
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| Fields | Herpetology Medicine |
Edward Hallowell (1808 – February 20, 1860) was an American herpetologist and physician.
He studied and practiced medicine in Philadelphia. He also was a renowned herpetologist who described 61 new species of reptiles.
In 1851, Hallowell was elected as a member of the American Philosophical Society.
Hallowell is commemorated in the scientific names of two species of frogs: Hyla hallowellii and Leptodactylus hallowelli.
See also
In Spanish: Edward Hallowell para niños
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