Linnaeus was one of the most influential scientists of his time. His theory of classication allowed for clear and easy descriptions of plants, animals and minerals. Watch this short video and learn more about his discoveries and why they are still important today.
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The Museum's smallest members of staff are our flesh-eating beetles, Dermestes maculates, who strip carcasses to the bone.