C. Boden Kloss

C. Boden Kloss was a distinguished English zoologist, renowned for his expertise in the mammals and birds of Southeast Asia. Born in 1877 to a family of Dutch descent in Worcestershire, Kloss dedicated his life to the study of the natural world, making significant contributions to the fields of biology and ornithology.

In the early twentieth century, Kloss embarked on an adventurous journey alongside the American naturalist William Louis Abbott, exploring the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. His passion for discovery led him to participate in the 2nd Wollaston Expedition to Dutch New Guinea from 1912 to 1913, where he served as a zoologist under the leadership of the esteemed explorer A.F.R. "Sandy" Wollaston.

From 1908, Kloss worked at the museum in Kuala Lumpur under the guidance of Herbert Christopher Robinson. His leadership skills shone through when he became the Director of the Raffles Museum from 1923 to 1932 and later served as the President of the Malayan Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society in 1930.

Kloss's legacy is immortalized in the names of numerous plants and animals, including the Rubiaceae genus Klossia, and various species such as Eugenia klossii and Hylobates klossii. His contributions to science continue to be celebrated, reflecting his profound impact on the understanding of Southeast Asia's biodiversity.