George Bird Grinnell, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

George Bird Grinnell

American anthropologist

Date of Birth: 20-Sep-1849

Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Date of Death: 11-Apr-1938

Profession: naturalist, writer, historian, zoologist, journalist, anthropologist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

George Bird Grinnell (September 20, 1849 – April 11, 1938) was an American anthropologist, historian, naturalist, and writer.
Grinnell was born in Brooklyn, New York, and graduated from Yale University with a B.A.
in 1870 and a Ph.D.
in 1880.
Originally specializing in zoology, he became a prominent early conservationist and student of Native American life.
Grinnell has been recognized for his influence on public opinion and work on legislation to preserve the American bison.
Mount Grinnell is named after Grinnell.