Alexandre Rodrigues Ferreira
Alexandre Rodrigues Ferreira (27 April 1756 – 23 April 1815) was a Portuguese naturalist born in Brazil. He undertook an extensive journey which crossed the interior of the Amazon Basin to Mato Grosso, between 1783 and 1792. During this journey, he described the agriculture, flora, fauna, and native inhabitants.
Alexandre Rodrigues Ferreira | |
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Portrait, 18th century | |
| Born | 27 April 1756 Salvador, Brazil |
| Died | 23 April 1815 (aged 58) Lisbon, Portugal |
| Alma mater | University of Coimbra |
| Known for | Expedition to the interior of Brazil |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Natural science, Exploration |
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