Johnny Hopson
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Known as the 'Father of the Tops', Johnny Hopson was a pioneering entomologist who led early scientific expeditions in New South Wales, collecting thousands of butterfly specimens, including the flame hairstreak, which became a significant part of Australia's natural history.
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Johnny Hopson was known as the 'Father of the Tops' and guided the first scientific expedition to Barrington Tops in 1915.
The great butterfly heist: how a gentleman collector stole thousands of butterflies from Australian museums | ButterfliesThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2025-10-04
United Kingdom· 2025-10-04
