Born-12 February 1809 AD and died-19 April 1882 AD. He is a resident of United Kingdom. He advocated the theory of natural selection. He explains the role of nature in the origin and evolution of species. Mentions the gradual changes in coral reefs. Introduced the doctrine of Pangenesis. Explains human evolution. The most discussed book in the history of biology written by him is – Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection. Awards received include Fellow of the Royal Society, Copley Medal, Royal Medal and Wollaston Medal.