New York State Bureau of Wildlife Pathology/Necropsy Related Index Cards and Registers
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- Records consist of index cards with information related to wildlife necropsies (autopsies). Files appear to be the earliest Department of Environmental (DEC) records related to wildlife necropsies in New York State. Information consists of raw laboratory observations and data. Records document government efforts to document, track, and mitigate wildlife disease.
Title
- Pathology/necropsy related index cards and registers
Quantity
- 18 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- B2779
Creator
Arrangement
By animal or plant species.
Scope and Content Note
Records consist of index cards with information related to wildlife necropsies (autopsies). Files appear to be the earliest Department of Environmental (DEC) records related to wildlife necropsies in New York State. Information consists of raw laboratory observations and data. Records document government efforts to document, track, and mitigate wildlife disease.
Acquisition Information
This series was transferred under RDA 22877.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.