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PrintField catalog of birds collected by C. L. McKay from 6 June 1881 to 3 April 1882 in Alaska. Specimens are numbered 1-115. A second section of the book lists which of these also include eggs. Descriptions include scientific name of bird, color, quantity collected, date collected, sex, marks, sometimes measurements, other remarks, and locality. Egg descriptions include level of freshness, nest information, and other remarks. Localities include Nushagak, Aleknagik lake, Bear Creek, Ugashik, Egushik [possibly Igushik], Mulchatna River, Point Constantine, and others. Index is included in the back.
1881-1882
Jun 06, 1881
Apr 03, 1882
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.
SIA Acc. 12-316
C. L. McKay Field Book, 1881-1882, from the Division of Birds
1 field book
National Museum of Natural History (U.S.). Division of Birds
Box 15