Loring, John Alden, 1909 - 1910, Smithsonian-Roosevelt African Expedition catalog
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PrintThe field book documents John Alden Loring's participation, April 28 - March 21, 1910, in the Smithsonian- Roosevelt African Expedition, 1909 - 1910. The notebook starts with a sketch of a mammal with notes relating to types of measurements recorded. Information includes USNM catalog number (non consecutive), field number, type (common or scientific name), locality, date, measurements, and notes. Notes usually relate to habitat, presences of fetuses, or preparation. Locations are through out British East Africa including Kapiti plains [Ilkaputiei].
1909-1910
Apr 28, 1909
Mar 21, 1910
At least 24 hours advance notice is recommended to consult this collection. Contact the Division of Mammals at 202-633-1253 to make an appointment.
Mammalogy
SIA Acc. 12-257
Division of Mammals collection, John Alden Loring Field Notes, 1898, 1909-1910 and undated
1 Field Book
National Museum of Natural History (U.S.). Division of Mammals