Ross Allen

Acting · Born Jan 2, 1908 · Died May 17, 1981 (73) · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Ensil Ross Allen (January 2, 1908 – May 17, 1981) was an American herpetologist and writer who was based in Silver Springs, Florida for 46 years, where he established the Reptile Institute. He used it for research and education about alligators, crocodiles and snakes, also sponsoring and conducting collection expeditions.