Johann Natterer

Johann Natterer
Johann Natterer
Born	9 November 1787
Died	17 June 1843
Nationality	Austrian
Education	Attended material academy and university lectures
Occupation(s)	Naturalist, Explorer
Known for	Extensive collection of specimens from South America, including new species
Parent(s)	Joseph Natterer Sr. (father), Maria Anna Theresia Schober (mother)
Relatives	Joseph Natterer (brother)

Johann Natterer (9 November 1787 – 17 June 1843) was an Austrian naturalist and explorer. He was the son of royal falconer Joseph Natterer and along with his brother Joseph Natterer (1786–1852) took a keen interest in natural history. He collected natural history specimens extensively from South America and numerous species from his collections were named after him.