Measurements of specimens of a collection made by J. Xantus at Cape Saint Lucas and vicinity, lower California, vol 1

Object Details

Abstract

This is volume 1 of a catalog of specimens collected by John Xantus in lower California. This volume dates from April 20 - June 25, 1859. Specimens present are varied, and include birds, eggs, nests, fish, mollusks, reptiles, mammals, shells, and crustaceans. Entries for each specimen also vary, and may include such information as species or common name, sex, physical measurements, and coloring. Field numbers for this volume range from 1-1000.

Data Source

Smithsonian Field Book Project

Date Range

1859

Start Date

18590420

End Date

18590625

Accession #

SIA Acc. 12-483

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.

Record type

Fieldbook record

Object Type

Field notes

Collection name

John Xantus 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 33

Place

United States

California

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John Xantus Field Books from the Division of Birds

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Xántus, János, 1825-1894

Topic

Zoology

Record ID

fbr_item_MODSI5634

Usage

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