Edward William Nelson Field Notes, 1869-1886, from the Division of Birds

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Description

This collection contains five field books on birds collected by Edward William Nelson, originally maintained by the National Museum of Natural History, Division of Birds. Nelson's field notes were recorded between 1869 and 1886 and document birds collected in Alaska, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Illinois, California, and Indiana.

Date Range

1869-1886

Access Information

At least 24 hours advance notice is recommended to consult this collection. Contact the Division of Birds at (202) 633-0800 to make an appointment.

Topic

  • Aves
  • Animalia
  • Birds

Place

  • Indiana
  • United States
  • New Mexico
  • Illinois
  • Alaska
  • California
  • Arizona
  • Utah

Form/Genre

Collection record

Accession #

SIA Acc. 12-320

Extent

5 field books

Physical Location

National Museum of Natural History (U.S.). Division of Birds