Johann Friedrich Naumann

Johann Friedrich Naumann (14 February 1780 15 August 1857) was a German scientist, engraver, and editor. He is regarded as the founder of scientific ornithology in Europe. He published The Natural History of German Birds (1820–1844) and The Eggs of German Birds (1818–1828). His father Johann Andreas Naumann (1744–1826) was a naturalist, and his brother Carl Andreas Naumann (1786–1854) was also an ornithologist.

Johann Friedrich Naumann
Prof. Dr. Johann Friedrich Naumann
Born(1780-02-14)14 February 1780
Died15 August 1857(1857-08-15) (aged 77)
Resting placeProsigk
51°42′N 12°3′E
NationalityGerman
OccupationOrnithologist

The German ornithological society named its journal Naumannia. The lesser kestrel (Falco naumanni) is also named for him.

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