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Carlos de la Torre y Huerta

1858 – 1950

Hispanic Cuban naturalist

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About Carlos de la Torre y Huerta

Lived 1858 – 1950 (aged 91). Carlos de la Torre y Huerta was a Spanish and Cuban naturalist, biologist, paleontologist, malacologist, anthropologist and teacher.

Carlos de la Torre y Huerta (May 15, 1858 in Matanzas, Cuba – February 19, 1950 in Havana) was a Cuban naturalist.

He was the president of House of Representatives from November 1903 to April 1904.

He is commemorated in the scientific names of a species of Cuban gecko, Sphaerodactylus torrei, as well as the genus Torreites of a now extinct rudist bivalve from the Cretaceous period, and the recently extinct spiny-rat Boromys torrei.

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Important facts

Born
15 May 1858, Matanzas
Birth century
19th century
Died
19 February 1950, Havana
Occupation
Naturalist, biologist, paleontologist, malacologist, anthropologist, teacher
Nationality
Spain, Cuba
Education
Universidad Central, University of Havana
Positions held
Mayor of Havana
Employers
University of Havana
Also known as
Torre y Huerta, Carlos de la, C. de la Torre y Huerta

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Carlos de la Torre y Huerta?

Hispanic Cuban naturalist (1858–1950)

When was Carlos de la Torre y Huerta born?

Carlos de la Torre y Huerta was born on 15 May 1858 in Matanzas.

When did Carlos de la Torre y Huerta die?

Carlos de la Torre y Huerta died on 19 February 1950 in Havana.

What was Carlos de la Torre y Huerta's occupation?

Carlos de la Torre y Huerta was a naturalist, biologist, paleontologist, malacologist, anthropologist and teacher.

What nationality was Carlos de la Torre y Huerta?

Carlos de la Torre y Huerta was Spanish and Cuban.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Carlos de la Torre y Huerta

· Wikidata: Q5042814

· DBpedia: Carlos de la Torre y Huerta

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