About Joan Robb
Lived 1921 – 2017 (aged 95–96). Joan Robb was a New Zealand zoologist, curator, professor and travel guide.
Joan Robb ( – 19 October 2017) was a New Zealand herpetologist working in the Zoology Department at the University of Auckland as an associate professor. After retirement, she was a wildlife tour guide in New Zealand and the Indian subcontinent, Africa and Australia.
Academic career Robb grew up in Gisborne, and was educated at home through the Correspondence School. After a Diploma in Agriculture from Massey Agricultural College, she studied at the University of Auckland, graduating with an MSc in zoology in 1956. Robb then worked in the Department of Zoology at the University of Auckland, becoming an associate professor in 1967. ) and the Council of the Auckland Museum.
Taxa named by Robb Gold-striped gecko Macgregor's skink Oligosoma pachysomaticum Robust skink Stephen's Island gecko
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Who was Joan Robb?
New Zealand zoologist, professor and curator
When was Joan Robb born?
Joan Robb was born in 1921.
When did Joan Robb die?
Joan Robb died on 19 October 2017 in Auckland.
What was Joan Robb's occupation?
Joan Robb was a zoologist, curator, professor and travel guide.
What nationality was Joan Robb?
Joan Robb was New Zealand.
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