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Johann Matthäus Bechstein (German pronunciation: [ˈjoːhan maˈtɛːʊs ˈbɛçʃtaɪn]; 11 July 1757 – 23 February 1822) was a German naturalist, forester, ornithologist, entomologist, and herpetologist. In Great Britain, he was known for his treatise on singing birds (Naturgeschichte der Stubenvögel, Natural History of Cage Birds, 1795).

Quick facts about Johann Matthäus Bechstein

  • Full name: Johann Matthäus Bechstein
  • Born: 1757-07-11
  • Nationality: Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q213583

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Who is Johann Matthäus Bechstein?

Johann Matthäus Bechstein (German pronunciation: [ˈjoːhan maˈtɛːʊs ˈbɛçʃtaɪn]; 11 July 1757 – 23 February 1822) was a German naturalist, forester, ornithologist, entomologist, and herpetologist.

What nationality is Johann Matthäus Bechstein?

Johann Matthäus Bechstein is Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg.

When was Johann Matthäus Bechstein born?

Johann Matthäus Bechstein was born on 1757-07-11.

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