Owen (Richard Owen)

Richard Owen was a 19th-century British biologist and paleontologist known for his work in classifying ancient and modern animals. He introduced the concept of "homology," which identifies similarities in structures like bones or organs across different species, revealing shared ancestry. Owen also coined the term "Dinosauria" to describe a group of large prehistoric reptiles. His work helped shape understanding of evolutionary relationships, even as he engaged in scientific debates of his time. Overall, Owen contributed significantly to paleontology and anatomy, emphasizing the importance of structural similarities in understanding the history of life on Earth.