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M. J. Fouquette
A field biologist and taxonomist with a deep interest in amphibians, he helped document the frogs and toads of North and Central America in careful, influential detail. His work ranges from species studies to major reference books used by herpetologists.
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Middle American Frogs of the Hyla microcephala Group
by William Edward Duellman, M. J. Fouquette
About the author
Martin J. "Jack" Fouquette Jr. was an American herpetologist and professor whose research focused on amphibians and reptiles, especially frogs and toads. Records of his publications connect him with works including Middle American Frogs of the Hyla microcephala Group and later collaborations on amphibian and reptile checklists, showing a career centered on taxonomy, systematics, and natural history.
Arizona State University described him as an emeritus professor in its School of Life Sciences and noted that he died in 2020 at age 84. The university also highlighted his long academic career and his reputation as a devoted teacher and accomplished scholar.
For readers interested in zoology, Fouquette stands out as a careful scientific writer whose books and papers helped map out species diversity in the Americas. Even when highly technical, his work reflects the patient observational spirit behind classic field biology.