Johann Natterer
Johann Natterer | |
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Johann Natterer | |
| Born | November 9, 1787 |
| Died | June 17, 1843 (aged 55) |
| Nationality | Austrian |
| Education | Attended material academy and university lectures |
| Occupation(s) | Naturalist, Explorer |
| Known for | Extensive collection of specimens from South America, including new species |
| Parent(s) | Joseph Natterer Sr. (father), Maria Anna Theresia Schober (mother) |
| Relatives | Joseph Natterer (brother) |
Johann Natterer (9 November 1787 – 17 June 1843) was an Austrian naturalist and explorer. He was the son of royal falconer Joseph Natterer and along with his brother Joseph Natterer (1786–1852) took a keen interest in natural history. He collected natural history specimens extensively from South America and numerous species from his collections were named after him.