FAQ About Alfred Russel Wallace
How did Alfred Russel Wallace impact the field of biogeography?
Alfred Russel Wallace is often referred to as the "father of biogeography" due to his pioneering studies on species distribution across geographical locations. His observations during his travels in the Amazon River basin and the Malay Archipelago helped him formulate theories about the geographical and ecological factors influencing species evolution and distribution, which became foundational in the study of biogeography.
