Linda Trueb

Born in 1942, Linda Trueb is an American biologist and herpetologist whose career has centered on amphibians, especially frogs. She has been associated with the University of Kansas and its biodiversity and natural history collections, where her work has connected research, teaching, and museum science.

Her scholarship is especially noted in herpetology, with publications on amphibian biology, anatomy, evolution, and classification. She is also recognized as a coauthor of the widely cited book Biology of Amphibians, a major work that helped introduce many students and researchers to the field.

Beyond her own research, she has contributed to the broader study of biodiversity through curation, collaboration, and scientific mentoring. Her career reflects a long commitment to understanding the natural world in careful, close detail.