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About John James Audubon
John James Audubon was celebrated for painting a picture which contained all North America birds. By doing so, he discovered twenty-five new species of birds. In the 1800s, when then President of the United States Thomas Jefferson placed a ban on trade with the British, Audubon started fishing and hunting in order to cater for his family.
The American ornithologist later joined the Western History Society where he became the first worker to be paid by the company. It was during his time with the organization that he came up with the idea of painting a picture which would contain all the birds in North America.
Between 1827 and 1839, he produced a color-book series which was entitled “The Birds of America”.
Family
His mother was called Jeanne Rabine. Naval officer, Lieutenant Jean Audubon, was his father. In 1808, he tied the knot with Lucy Bakewell. Together they raised four kids.
Trivia
The environmental organization known as National Audubon Society was named after him.
Due to his engagement in the slave trade, the Audubon Naturalist Society, in 2021, decided to take his name off their organization.
The Audubon Park and Zoo, and John James Audubon Bridge (Mississippi River) are some places named after him.
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F.A.Q. about John James Audubon
When is his birthday?
John James Audubon's birthday is on April 26, 1785.
In how many days is his birthday?
John's birthday is in 1 day
How old was John when he died?
He was 65 years old.
When did he die?
He died in January 27, 1851.
How old would he be today?
John James Audubon would be 238 years old if he was alive today.
Where was John from?
He was born in Haiti.