Field notebook, Puerto Rico, 1900, vol 2

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Abstract

This is vol. 2 of a field journal by Charles W. Richmond from his field work with birds in Puerto Rico. This volume fills in some gaps present in vol. 1, spanning from March 24 - April 8, 1900. Entries consist of travel details and daily activity, as well as descriptions of birds observed and collected, with some nest and egg information. There is also a section on type localities, which lists species out by locality. Those mentioned include but may not be limited to Puerto Rico, Barbados, Antigua, and Barbuda. Some sketches are also included.

Date Range

1900

Start Date

Mar 24, 1900

End Date

Apr 08, 1900

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

  • Animals
  • Birds
  • Ornithology

Place

  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Puerto Rico
  • Barbados

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes
  • Sketches

Accession #

SIA Acc. 12-467

Collection name

Charles Wallace Richmond Field Books from the Division of Birds

Physical Description

1 field book

Physical Location

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

Sublocation

Box 25