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Charles d'Orbigny
Charles Dessalines d'Orbigny (1806–1876) was a distinguished French naturalist and paleontologist. While often overshadowed by his more famous brother, Alcide d'Orbigny, Charl...
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Charles Dessalines d'Orbigny (1806–1876) was a distinguished French naturalist and paleontologist. While often overshadowed by his more famous brother, Alcide d'Orbigny, Charles made significant contributions to the fields of geology and paleontology. He was involved in the description and classification of numerous fossils, providing valuable insights into prehistoric life. Working mainly at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris, d'Orbigny's meticulous studies and illustrations helped advance the scientific understanding of the Earth's ancient past.
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