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[Letter requesting information on preserving and packing birds, lizards and snakes.]

Record no:

1990

Author:

Tyler, E.P.

Year:

27 May 1896

Description:

2 p.

Subject:

Zoological specimens - Collection and preservation;
Natural history - Technique;

Notes:

Note added indicating letter answered 2/6/96
Marked 197 in blue crayon
See: A220-75-1 Natural science - Enquiries and requests. 1895-1906

Type:

Archives

Abstract:

Letter from E.P. Tyler, Boolofooro Station, near Carnarvon [Perth Museum]Requests information offered in a recent issue of Western Mail on preserving and packing birds. Offers to send nests and skins, along with local lizard and small snake specimens.

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