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Dickson, Charles Gordon Cambell (1907-1991)
Well known amateur lepidopterist who published a number
of books on butterflies.
Amateur butterfly collector; also collected moths for the Transvaal Museum.
Collaborated with Gowan C. Clark. Described 60 species and 34 subspecies of
butterflies in his life time. Authored or co-authored 90 publications on
Lepidoptera including five books.
Chronology
Date |
Age |
Event |
9 Dec 1907 |
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Born in Gardens, Cape Town. |
30 Aug 1991 |
83 |
Died in Cape Town. |
Specimens
In various collections including Iziko SA Museum and
Transvaal Museum.
References
- Obituary: Metamorphosis 2(3): 21
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