Joseph Ernest Olivier (January 6, 1844 – January 26, 1914) was a French entomologist and botanist, known as a specialist in fireflies (Lampyridae). As of 1888 he was founder and editor of the journal Revue scientifique du Bourbonnais et du centre de la France. He was also involved in politics, serving as town councilor and later mayor of Chemilly, Allier, and was founder of the Gazette de l'Allier newspaper. He was a member of the Entomological Society of France and the Entomological Society of London. He was the grandson of entomologist Guillaume-Antoine Olivier. His botanical works include Flore populaire de l'Allier.
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6 January 1844
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Died |
26 January 1914 (aged 70)
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Zodiac | Capricorn |
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