Report on the Migration of Birds in the Spring and Autumn of 1880. [Second Report]

Name: Report on the Migration of Birds in the Spring and Autumn of 1880. [Second Report]
Author: J. A. Harvie-Brown

By J. A. Harvie-Brown

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The report compiles coastal and island observations collected by a scientific committee during spring and autumn 1880, aggregating schedules from stations in Scotland, England, Iceland, and the Faroes. It presents regional summaries and species-by-species accounts, noting arrival and departure dates, flock sizes, unusual occurrences, and specimen details where available. The authors evaluate data completeness and observer coverage, discuss scarcity and local variations, and suggest standardized recording practices such as flight directions and precise dates. Appendices list stations, correspondents, and local summaries to support comparative study of migratory patterns across different coasts.

About the Author

J. A. Harvie-Brown

J. A. Harvie-Brown was a Scottish ornithologist known for his detailed studies on bird migration in the late 19th century. His significant contributions include a series of reports documenting the migration patterns of birds during the spring and autumn seasons from 1879 to 1887. These reports not only provided valuable data for the scientific community but also highlighted the importance of observing and understanding avian behavior in relation to environmental changes. Harvie-Brown's work remains a notable part of ornithological literature, reflecting the early efforts to systematically study and record bird migrations.