Johann Matthäus Bechstein books in order
German naturalist, forester, ornithologist, entomologist, and herpetologist
- Lived
- 1757–1822
- Country
- Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg
- Books
- 2
Johann Matthäus Bechstein published 2 books. The best-known is The Natural History of Cage Birds.
Updated September 2026
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Cage and Chamber-birds (1856)
About Johann Matthäus Bechstein
Johann Matthäus Bechstein was a German naturalist, forester, ornithologist, entomologist, and herpetologist. In Great Britain, he was known for his treatise on singing birds.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Johann Matthäus Bechstein FAQ
- How many books has Johann Matthäus Bechstein written?
- Johann Matthäus Bechstein published 2 books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Johann Matthäus Bechstein's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Natural History of Cage Birds.
- What is Johann Matthäus Bechstein's most famous book?
- The Natural History of Cage Birds is Johann Matthäus Bechstein's most widely read book.
- Can I read Johann Matthäus Bechstein's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Johann Matthäus Bechstein is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.