Alexandre Arsène Girault

Alexandre Arsène Girault (/ʒɪəˈr/ zhee-ROH; 9 January 1884 – 2 May 1941) was an American entomologist specializing in the study of chalcid wasps. An eccentric and controversial figure, Girault was also a prolific and dedicated entomologist. He published more than 325 papers and described over 3000 new taxa from Australia.

Alexandre Arsène Girault
Alexandre Arsène Girault at age 20 (c. 1904)
Born(1884-01-09)January 9, 1884
Annapolis, Maryland
DiedMay 2, 1941(1941-05-02) (aged 57)
NationalityAmerican
Alma materVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Known forChalcidoidea systematics
SpouseElizabeth Jeannette Girault
Scientific career
FieldsEntomology
Author abbrev. (zoology)Girault
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