Thomas Say

Thomas Say (1787–1834) was an American entomologist, known as the "father of descriptive entomology" in the United States. He was one of the earliest scientists to systematically study and classify insects, describing many new species. Say's work helped establish a scientific foundation for understanding insects in North America. His contributions also extended to other invertebrates and fossil insects, aiding in the development of taxonomy. Overall, Thomas Say played a key role in advancing the study of insects, laying groundwork for future entomologists and enhancing our understanding of biodiversity.