Linnaeus

Linnaeus (also known as Carl Linnaeus, Carl von Linné or Carolus Linnaeus) was a Swedish botanist, zoologist, and physician who formalised binomial nomenclature, the modern system of naming organisms. He is known as the "father of modern taxonomy".

Early Life

Linnaeus was born on 23 May 1707, in the village of Råshult, in southern Sweden. His interest in botany was sparked at a young age, and he would later study medicine and botany at Uppsala University.

Career

Linnaeus's work as a botanist, zoologist, and physician made significant contributions to the field of taxonomy. His system for naming, ranking, and classifying organisms is still in wide use today (with many changes). His theories on classification have influenced generations of biologists, and are still discussed and debated today.

Contributions to Science

Linnaeus's most notable contribution to science was the development of a system of binomial nomenclature. This system is used to name species of organisms and is the basis for modern taxonomy. He also developed a system for classifying organisms, which has been modified over time but is still in use today.

Legacy

Linnaeus's work has had a lasting impact on the field of biology. His system of classification and nomenclature has been widely adopted and is still in use today. He is often referred to as the "father of modern taxonomy".

See Also

• Binomial nomenclature
• Taxonomy (biology)
• Uppsala University

References

Linnaeus Resources
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