Charles Darwin, 'who was born on 11 February 1809, was an English naturalist and geologist. He was the first person to suggest that all species evolved from a single form of life. He also suggested the theory of natural selection 1 attempts to explain why there are now so many different forms of life on Earth. In the Galapagos Islands ? Darwin studied local birds he found strong evidence to support his theories. Natural selection is sometimes called survival of the fittest' is still the most popular scientific explanation for the variety of life found on our planet. Darwin 4 ideas were questioned at first is now famous as one of the most important thinkers in human history. Charles DATES 3