Description: (Ornithologist)
Tso-hsin Cheng, a renowned Chinese ornithologist, is known for his significant contributions to bird research in China. After completing his studies in the United States, he chose to stay in mainland China after World War II, unlike many of his colleagues who moved to Taiwan. Despite being a member of the Communist Party, Cheng experienced severe consequences during the Cultural Revolution. He played a crucial role in promoting the field of ornithology in China and mentoring a new cohort of researchers.