Alexander Macleay, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Alexander Macleay

British entomologist

Date of Birth: 24-Jun-1767

Place of Birth: Ross-shire, Scotland, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 18-Jul-1848

Profession: entomologist, Chief Secretary of New South Wales

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Hon.
Alexander Macleay (also spelt McLeay) MLC FLS FRS (24 June 1767 – 18 July 1848) was a leading member of the Linnean Society, a fellow of the Royal Society and member of the New South Wales Legislative Council.