A. E. Holt White

A. E. Holt White was a British entomologist and author known for writing about insects, especially butterflies and moths. He wrote in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, combining close scientific interest with a style meant for general readers.

Among his best-known works is The Butterflies and Moths of Teneriffe, which reflects his interest in natural history and field observation. His books belong to a period when amateur naturalists played an important role in sharing knowledge, and his writing helped make that world more approachable.

Although not much biographical detail is easy to confirm, his published work shows a clear dedication to studying and explaining the insect life around him. He remains of interest today mainly through his natural history writing and its window into the scientific curiosity of his time.