Alexander Macleay | |
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| Born | 24 June 1767 Ross-shire, Scotland |
| Died | 18 July 1848 (aged 81) New South Wales |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Other names | Alexander McLeay |
| Occupation | Chief Secretary of New South Wales |
| Known for | Lepidopterology |
Alexander Macleay (also spelt McLeay) MLC FLS FRS (24 June 1767 – 18 July 1848) was a Scottish-Australian leading member of the Linnean Society, a fellow of the Royal Society and member of the New South Wales Legislative Council.[1]