Erast Parmasto

Botanist

Birthday October 28, 1928

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Estonia

DEATH DATE Apr 24, 2012 (83)

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About

20th century Estonian mycologist and botanist who served as the president of the Estonian Naturalists' Society from 1973 to 1976.

Before Fame

He first became a member of the Estonian Institute of Zoology and Botany in 1950 and later served as its director in the 1980's.

Trivia

He was given many awards for his work, including the Karl Ernst von Baeri medal in 1976.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Nomme, Estonia.

Associated With

He was born in the same country as poet Ain Kaalep.