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William Temple Hornaday

American conservationist and zoologist (1854-1937) · United States · On the map · Historical Figures · Died at 82

William Temple Hornaday was an American zoologist, conservationist, taxidermist, and author. He served as the first director of the New York Zoological Park, known today as the Bronx Zoo, and he was a pioneer in the early wildlife conservation movement in the United States.

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Country
United States
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1854 to 1937 · aged 82