John James Audubon (1785 – 1851; born Jean Rabin)

A notable American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter who was known for his extensive studies documenting all types of American birds and for his detailed illustrations that depicted the birds in their natural habitats. His major work, a color-plate book entitled The Birds of America (1827–1839), is considered one of the finest ornithological works ever completed. Audubon identified 25 new species.