Description: (Entomologist)
William Morton Wheeler was a distinguished American entomologist and myrmecologist recognized for his extensive research on ants. As a professor at Harvard University, he made substantial contributions to the knowledge of ant behavior and social organization. Wheeler's work transformed the field of entomology, particularly in the study of social insects, laying the groundwork for future investigations in animal behavior and ecology. His research established him as a trailblazing figure in the realm of myrmecology.