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Joseph Kriechbaumer

1819 – 1902

German entomologist

Entomologist Botanist Zoologist
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About Joseph Kriechbaumer

Lived 1819 – 1902 (aged 83). Joseph Kriechbaumer was a German entomologist, botanist, zoologist and physician.

Joseph Kriechbaumer (21 March 1819, Tegernsee- 2 May 1902), Munich was a German entomologist who specialised in Hymenoptera especially Ichneumonidae.

A Doctor of Philosophy, Kriechbaumer was Kurator (Director) of the Munich Natural History Museum (Zoologische Staatssammlung München). His son Anton Kriechbaumer (1849-1935) was also an entomologist.

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Important facts

Born
13 March 1819, Tegernsee
Birth century
19th century
Died
2 May 1902, Munich
Occupation
Entomologist, botanist, zoologist, physician
Nationality
Kingdom of Bavaria
Employers
Bavarian State Collection of Zoology
Also known as
Joseph Kriechbaumer

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joseph Kriechbaumer?

German entomologist (1819-1902)

When was Joseph Kriechbaumer born?

Joseph Kriechbaumer was born on 13 March 1819 in Tegernsee.

When did Joseph Kriechbaumer die?

Joseph Kriechbaumer died on 2 May 1902 in Munich.

What was Joseph Kriechbaumer's occupation?

Joseph Kriechbaumer was an entomologist, botanist, zoologist and physician.

What nationality was Joseph Kriechbaumer?

Joseph Kriechbaumer was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph Kriechbaumer

· Wikidata: Q15127471

· DBpedia: Joseph Kriechbaumer

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