Frank T. Burbrink
Frank Burbrink | |
|---|---|
| Born | Frank Thomas Burbrink |
| Citizenship | .png){kind=small} United States |
| Alma mater | University of Illinois |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Herpetology |
| Workplaces | American Museum of Natural History College of Staten Island |
Frank Thomas Burbrink usually written as Frank T. Burbrink is an American herpetologist.[1]
Biography
In 1995, he graduated from the University of Illinois, and in 2000 he received his Ph.D. from Louisiana State University. He works at the American Museum of Natural History as a curator in the Department of Herpetology and at the College of Staten Island in the Biology Department.[2]
His research focuses on the study of snakes, particularly the evolutionary history and biogeography of reptiles. He has participated in scientific expeditions in North America, South America, Asia, and Madagascar.[2]
There are thirteen taxon names authored by Frank T. Burbrink including Candoiinae, Maculophis and Pantherophis slowinskii.[2]
Personal Life
Burbrink is married to matchmaker and author Lisa Clampitt.[3] The couple resides in New York City and has two children.
References
- ↑ Profile: Frank T. Burbrink
- 1 2 3 Frank T. Burbrink, Associate Curator, Department of Herpetology, Division of Vertebrate Zoology; Associate Professor, Richard Gilder Graduate School. American Museum of Natural History.
- ↑ "Finding love comes at a cost". www.bbc.com. 2014-02-13. Retrieved 2026-07-30.