Thaddeus William Harris
Thaddeus William Harris | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 12, 1795 |
| Died | January 16, 1856 (aged 60) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Harvard University |
| Known for | A Treatise on Some of the Insects of New England Which Are Injurious to Vegetation |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Entomology, Botany |
| Institutions | Harvard University |
| Author abbrev. (botany) | Harris |
| Author abbrev. (zoology) | Harris |
Thaddeus William Harris (November 12, 1795 – January 16, 1856) was an American entomologist and botanist. He is best known for his work on the insects of New England and his contributions to the field of economic entomology.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Thaddeus William Harris was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts, a neighborhood of Boston. He attended Harvard University, where he graduated in 1815. After completing his undergraduate studies, Harris pursued a degree in medicine, earning his M.D. from Harvard in 1820.
Career[edit | edit source]
Harris initially practiced medicine in Milton, Massachusetts, but his interest in natural history soon led him to focus on entomology and botany. In 1831, he was appointed as the librarian of Harvard University, a position he held until his death in 1856.
Contributions to Entomology[edit | edit source]
Harris is renowned for his pioneering work in economic entomology, particularly his book A Treatise on Some of the Insects of New England Which Are Injurious to Vegetation, published in 1841. This work was one of the first comprehensive studies on the impact of insects on agriculture in the United States and remains a significant reference in the field.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Harris's contributions to entomology and botany have had a lasting impact on the study of insects and plants in North America. His meticulous observations and detailed descriptions have provided a foundation for future research in these fields.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Harris married Catherine Eliot in 1824, and they had several children. He passed away in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1856.
Selected Works[edit | edit source]
- A Treatise on Some of the Insects of New England Which Are Injurious to Vegetation (1841)
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