Laurens Theodorus Gronovius
Dutch naturalist (1730–1777)
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Summary
Laurens Theodorus Gronovius was born on June 1, 1730[1], in Leiden[2]. He died on August 8, 1777[3], in Leiden[4]. He worked as a naturalist[5] and ichthyologist[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (22 views/month, #7,299 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Father: Jan Frederik Gronovius[8]
- Country of citizenship: Dutch Republic[9]
- Member of: Royal Society[10]
- Sex or gender: male[11]
- Archives at: National Library of Wales[12]
- Given name: Laurens[13], Theodor[14]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[15], Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)[16]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Latin[17]
Why It Matters
Laurens Theodorus Gronovius has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[18] He is known by 19 alternative names across languages and contexts.[19]
FAQs
Where was Laurens Theodorus Gronovius born?
Laurens Theodorus Gronovius was born in Leiden[2].
Where did Laurens Theodorus Gronovius die?
Laurens Theodorus Gronovius died in Leiden[4].
Who were Laurens Theodorus Gronovius's parents?
Laurens Theodorus Gronovius's father was Jan Frederik Gronovius[8].
What did Laurens Theodorus Gronovius do for work?
Laurens Theodorus Gronovius worked as a naturalist[5] and ichthyologist[6].