Portrait of Johann Matthäus Bechstein

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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Other books in order

  1. Cage and Chamber-birds (1856)

    500 pages

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.