William John Burchell

William John Burchell (1781–1863) was an explorer, zoologist and botanist.

Also recorded as W. J. Burchell; Burchell; Burch..

Overview

Born at Fulham in 1781, died at Fulham in 1863.

In detail

William John Burchell studied at Linnean Society of London. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is botany.

Residence is recorded at Fulham and Mexico City. Employment is recorded with Kew Gardens.

Works named in the authority record are On the River, Near Santos, Brazil.

Work by William John Burchell is recorded in the collections of Meise Botanic Garden.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Linnean Society of London.

Sources

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    “William John Burchell”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1397207: William John Burchell

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