Karl August, 10th Prince of Thurn and Taxis
1898–1982 (age 84)
Biography
Karl August, 10th Prince of Thurn and Taxis, was a distinguished member of the German nobility and an accomplished naturalist. As a member of one of Europe's most prominent aristocratic families, he combined his noble responsibilities with a deep passion for the study of the natural world, contributing to the advancement of naturalistic knowledge during his lifetime.
The Prince's work as a naturalist reflected the intellectual pursuits common among enlightened members of the European aristocracy. His observations and studies contributed to the scientific understanding of his era, and he maintained the traditions of his family while advancing scholarly interests in natural history.