Carolus Linnaeus

Carolus Linnaeus was an 18th-century Swedish scientist who revolutionized how we classify and name living organisms. He developed a systematic way to organize plants, animals, and other creatures using Latin names, making it easier for scientists worldwide to communicate accurately. His binomial nomenclature assigns each species a two-part name, such as Homo sapiens for humans. Linnaeus’s work laid the foundation for modern taxonomy, helping us understand the diversity of life and how different species relate to each other in a structured, standardized manner.