Biogeography

Alexander von Humboldt

Alexander von Humboldt: explorer, naturalist, and founder of modern biogeography

Prussian naturalist and explorer (1769–1859) whose expeditions, measurements, and publications helped establish biogeography and a holistic view of nature’s interconnections.

Alfred Russel Wallace

Alfred Russel Wallace: naturalist, biogeographer and co-discoverer of natural selection

Australia (continent)

Australia (continent): Sahul, Meganesia and the Australian landmass

The continental landmass on the Australian Plate, including mainland Australia, Tasmania and New Guinea. Coverage of geography, geology, ecology, human history and how the continen