William Saville-Kent
William Saville-Kent | |
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Saville-Kent, c. 1892 | |
| Born | 10 July 1845 Sidmouth, Devon, England |
| Died | 11 October 1908 (aged 63) |
| Alma mater | King's College London Royal School of Mines |
| Known for | Study of coral reefs, oysters |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Marine biology |
| Institutions | Royal Society of Queensland |
| Doctoral advisor | Thomas Henry Huxley |
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William Saville-Kent (10 July 1845 – 11 October 1908) was an English marine biologist, naturalist, Commissioner and Inspector of Tasmanian Fisheries and author. He is perhaps best-known for his work in the development of the artificial pearl industry.