Birthdate: June 18, 1886
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: North Freedom, Wisconsin, United States
Died: December 7, 1978
Frank Alexander Wetmore was a renowned American ornithologist and avian paleontologist. He held the position of the sixth Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution and was a distinguished member of esteemed scientific organizations. Wetmore conducted thorough investigations on fossil birds, greatly advancing the global classification of birds. He led significant scientific expeditions, authored influential publications on bird classification, and held pivotal positions in various scientific societies. Wetmore’s lasting legacy includes multiple taxa named in recognition of his contributions and his profound research on birds and their environments.
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