Linnaeus, Carl

Carl Linnaeus was an 18th-century Swedish scientist who revolutionized how we classify and name living organisms. He developed a system called binomial nomenclature, giving each species a two-part Latin name (like Homo sapiens for humans). This system made it easier for scientists worldwide to identify, study, and communicate about plants, animals, and fungi. Linnaeus's work laid the foundation for modern taxonomy, helping organize the diversity of life systematically and accurately. His contributions remain central to biology and ecology today.