Eugenie Clark’s Death – Cause and Date
Born (Birthday) May 4, 1922
Death Date February 25, 2015
Age of Death 92 years
Cause of Death Lung Cancer
Profession Zoologist
The zoologist Eugenie Clark died at the age of 92. Here is all you want to know and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
American ichthyologist who was an expert in the branch of zoology devoted to the study of fishes. She is notable for her research on poisonous fish and sharks and is sometimes referred to as “The Shark Lady.”
In 1942 she attained a Bachelor’s degree in zoology from Hunter College.
In 1994 the American Society of Oceanographers gave her the Medal of Excellence.
Personal Life
Her father died when she was two and her mother was of Japense descent.
She and James Cameron both received the prestigious Explorers Club Medal.
How did Eugenie Clark die?
Eugenie Clark. “Genie” Clark — the famous “Shark Lady” who founded Mote Marine Laboratory in Southwest Florida — died at age 92 on Feb. 25, in the company of family at her home in Sarasota, due to complications from the lung cancer she had battled for years.