Félix de Azara y la condición de naturalista
- Ferrández Verdú, Trino 1
- Almarcha Martínez, Francisco 2
- 1 Concejalía de Medio Ambiente. Ayto. de Orihuela. España.
- 2 Dpto. Humanidades Contemporáneas. Universidad de Alicante. España
ISSN: 1575-5495, 2254-612X
Year of publication: 2014
Issue: 44
Pages: 1-6
Type: Article
More publications in: Cuadernos de biodiversidad
Abstract
In order to approach the figure of Félix de Azara we must differentiate between his condition as an illustrated naturalist of the 18th century and his condition as a scientist. He undertook a mission in South America as a soldier under the command of the Spanish Crown. When he had finished his work, he had to stay there for thirteen years, during which Azara devoted his time to the systematic study of the flora and fauna of the American continent. Although without previous knowledge or literature to consult, he described 448 species of birds as well as numerous quadrupeds. His scientific work and his life as a naturalist are a valuable legacy that we must preserve and publicize.
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