Field journal, Mexico, 1939, Costa Rica, 1940, Colombia, 1941, Perlas Islands, Panama, 1944
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PrintThis item consists of a field journal detailing Alexander Wetmore's field work on birds, from 1939-1944 with gaps in time. Dated entries consist of accounts of hunting and collecting specimens, as well as behavioral observations, travel details, and daily activity. Localities include but are not limited to Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, and the Perlas Islands (Pearl Islands), Panama. Newspaper clippings and numerous other official or related documents are also present such as passports, tickets, and permits. Some documents are in Spanish.
1939-1944
Feb 25, 1939
Mar 20, 1944
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. 12-331
Alexander Wetmore Field Books, 1894-1975, from the Division of Birds
1 field book
National Museum of Natural History (U.S.). Division of Birds
Box 77