Amelia Laskey
American amateur naturalist and ornithologist / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Amelia Rudolph Laskey (December 12, 1885 ā December 19, 1973) was an American amateur naturalist and ornithologist noted for her contributions to the understanding of bird behavior. Though an autodidact without formal scientific training, Laskey made many original contributions to the field of ornithology and published in reputable scientific journals. Many publications refer to her as Mrs F.C. Laskey.[1]
Amelia Laskey | |
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Born | Amelia Rudolph (1885-12-12)December 12, 1885 Bloomington, Indiana, US |
Died | December 19, 1973(1973-12-19) (aged 88) Nashville, Tennessee, US |
Other names | Mrs. F.C. Laskey |
Known for | Investigations of bird behavior |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Ornithology |
Over the course of Laskey's career, her investigations included bird breeding behavior, nesting habits, territoriality, longevity, and migration.[1] She was a regular participant in the National Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count.[2] Her scientific publications spanned 40 years, from 1933 to 1973, the year of her death, and included over 150 papers in ornithological journals. She banded 3,734 birds of 69 species. Laskey was also known for her rehabilitation of wounded birds.[1][2]