About Arne Schiøtz
Lived 1932 – 2019 (aged 87). Arne Schiøtz was a Danish botanist, herpetologist and zoologist.
Education and personal life
Schiøtz was born in Nørre-Sundby, Jutland, Denmark to Erik S. Schiøtz and Martine Larssen (née Titte). His father, a banker, encouraged his interest in animals, and the family kept numerous animals at home. and Treefrogs of Africa. He made bioacoustic recordings of the species he studied, many of which he also published; the first to do so systematically and intensively.
Prize for Exceptional Contributions to African Herpetology by the African Herpetological Society in 2008.
Honorary membership of WWF-International in 2000
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Who was Arne Schiøtz?
Danish botanist and herpetologist (1932-2019)
When was Arne Schiøtz born?
Arne Schiøtz was born on 29 January 1932 in Nørresundby.
When did Arne Schiøtz die?
Arne Schiøtz died on 11 May 2019.
What was Arne Schiøtz's occupation?
Arne Schiøtz was a botanist, herpetologist and zoologist.
What nationality was Arne Schiøtz?
Arne Schiøtz was Danish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arne Schiøtz. https://biography.guide/arne-schiotz/
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