Wildlife named after people
These animals are named for famous scientists, explorers, and naturalists
LIFESTYLE Nature
Pallas's cat, Przewalski's horse, Nuttall's woodpecker, Russell's viper... Have you ever wondered why certain wildlife is so named? It has long been a tradition to honor or commemorate prominent scientists, explorers, and naturalists by naming a species after them. But who are these individuals, and what are the reasons for them being acknowledged as such?
Click through and take a look at the faces behind the names of certain wildlife.