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(The First Naturalist Who Penetrated the Dense Tropical Forests of Florida) William Bartram was an American naturalist and writer famous for his book, Bartram's Travels, which chronicles his expeditions through the Southern Colonies from 1773 to 1777. He explored the dense tropical forests of Florida, becoming the first naturalist to do so, and was one of the earliest American ornithologists, gathering type specimens of 14 bird species. Bartram's valuable contributions to botanical literature earned him recognition and membership in the American Philosophical Society. His work is highly regarded in scientific circles and botanical references.
