There are no species in nature, only individuals.
— Carl Linnaeus Early Modern

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Context

A surprising statement from the 'father of taxonomy', reflecting a deeper philosophical understanding of natural variation, often attributed to him or his students.

Date / Period

c. 1770s

Source

https://www.biodiversitylibrary.org/item/18578#page/17/mode/1up

Verification

Unverifiable

Explanation

Found in 1 providers: gemini

Method

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