Miller, Gerrit S., Massachusetts and New York, 1887; Ontario, 1896

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Abstract

The field book documents Gerrit S. Miller's collecting in Canada and United States, 1887 and 1896. Entries are dated and include information about specimens received, collecting locations, observations of birds including their behavior and habitat. Some include lists of birds seen and tables of related data. Among entries are lists of contact information for colleagues and a list of expenses.

Date Range

1887, 1896

Start Date

1887

End Date

1896

Access Information

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.

Topic

  • Animals
  • Birds
  • Ornithology

Place

  • New York
  • Canada
  • United States
  • Massachusetts
  • Ontario

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes

Accession #

SIA Acc. 12-265

Collection name

Division of Mammals, Gerrit S. Miller Field Notes, 1886 - 1937

Physical Description

1 field book

Physical Location

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