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C. Clayton Hoff

1908 – 1983

Zoologist, ostracodologist, arachnologist

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About C. Clayton Hoff

Lived 1908 – 1983 (aged 74). C. Clayton Hoff was an American zoologist.

Clarence Clayton Hoff (July 6, 1908, Fortuna, North Dakota – April 27, 1983, Rock Island, Illinois) was an American zoologist. He first studied at Quincy College, Quincy, Illinois, before transferring to the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. His early work was on ostracods, but he quickly turned to pseudoscorpions where he described numerous new species and genera, principally from North America.

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Important facts

Born
6 July 1908, Fortuna
Birth century
20th century
Died
27 April 1983, Rock Island
Occupation
Zoologist
Nationality
United States
Education
University of New Mexico
Also known as
C Clayton Hoff, Clarence Clayton Hoff

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Frequently asked questions

Who was C. Clayton Hoff?

zoologist, ostracodologist, arachnologist

When was C. Clayton Hoff born?

C. Clayton Hoff was born on 6 July 1908 in Fortuna.

When did C. Clayton Hoff die?

C. Clayton Hoff died on 27 April 1983 in Rock Island.

What was C. Clayton Hoff's occupation?

C. Clayton Hoff was a zoologist.

What nationality was C. Clayton Hoff?

C. Clayton Hoff was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: C. Clayton Hoff

· Wikidata: Q2975546

· DBpedia: C. Clayton Hoff

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