Pipilo, pairs and species accounts, 1960

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Abstract

This is a field journal and species account by Joe T. Marshall, detailing his field work with birds, especially Pipilo (Towhees) during 1960. The journal dates from January 2 - February 19, 1960, although the species account has a much wider range. Entries detail accounts of observing and collecting birds in such areas within Arizona. Journal pages are numbered 1-11. Following are species accounts, generally organized by species and containing dates and specific localities, as well as accounts of different occasions of observing and collecting animals, along with other relevant information. There are bird sketches, as well as sketched and printed maps.

Date Range

1960

Start Date

1960

End Date

1960

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
  • Towhees
  • Birds
  • Ornithology

Place

  • United States
  • Arizona

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes
  • Sketches
  • Maps

Accession #

SIA Acc. 12-576

Collection name

Joe T. Marshall Field Notes, 1932-2001, from the Division of Birds

Physical Description

1 field book

Physical Location

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