John Gilchrist (zoologist)
Scottish ichthyologist who established the discipline in South Africa. / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about John Gilchrist (zoologist)?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
John Dow Fisher Gilchrist FRSSAf (1866–1926) was a Scottish ichthyologist, who established ichthyology as a scientific discipline in South Africa. He was instrumental in the development of marine biology in South Africa and of a scientifically based local fishing industry.
Quick Facts Born, Died ...
John D.F. Gilchrist | |
---|---|
Born | 1866 (1866) |
Died | (1926-10-22)22 October 1926 |
Nationality | Scottish |
Education | Madras College |
Alma mater | University of St Andrews University of Edinburgh University of Munich University of Zurich |
Known for | Gilchrist's round herring |
Spouse | Elfreda R. Raubenheimer |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Marine biology |
Close