Hans Hass, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Hans Hass

Austrian scientist

Date of Birth: 23-Jan-1919

Place of Birth: Vienna, Austria

Date of Death: 16-Jun-2013

Profession: screenwriter, photographer, zoologist, television presenter, film director, film producer

Nationality: Austria

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Hans Hass (23 January 1919 – 16 June 2013) was an Austrian biologist and underwater diving pioneer.
He was known mainly for being among the first scientists to popularise coral reefs, stingrays and sharks.
He pioneered the making of documentaries filmed underwater.
He led development of a type of rebreather.
He is known, too, for his energon theory and his commitment to protecting the environment.