Field notes, 1962-1963 (2)

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Abstract

The field book documents observations in Ceylon [Sri Lanka], 1962 - 1963. Includes barometer readings for Hambantota, with date ranges during 1962. Other notes include a variety of content. Some have daily entries with counts with time of day and observations of individual primates, noting quantity and sex. Others include entries every few minutes followed by notes on weather, animal behaviors and interactions for troops and individuals. Some identify specific troops. Some include explanatory sketches. There is also a typed description of 3 reconnaissance trips (dates, members, itinerary, gas, and mileage).

Date Range

1962-1963

Start Date

1962

End Date

1963

Access Information

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Topic

Mammalogy

Place

  • Hambantota
  • Sri Lanka

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes
  • Slides (photographs)

Accession #

SIA Acc. 98-138

Collection name

Suzanne Ripley Papers, 1962-1972

Physical Description

1 field book

Physical Location

Smithsonian Institution Archives

Sublocation

Box 2 Folder 21