Report on the Migration of Birds in the Spring and Autumn of 1887. Ninth Report

Richard Manliffe Barrington

1849–1915

An Irish naturalist and careful field observer, he helped turn bird migration in Ireland into a subject of serious study. His writing grew out of years of direct work in the landscape, from islands and lakes to mountain districts.

William Eagle Clarke

1853–1938

An influential British ornithologist and curator, he helped turn the study of bird migration into a careful, evidence-based science. His work drew on years of observation and remains closely linked with the natural history world of late Victorian and early 20th-century Britain.

John Cordeaux

1831–1899

A Victorian clergyman and naturalist, he became known for careful field observations that helped deepen the study of bird migration in Britain. His work reflects the patience and curiosity of 19th-century ornithology at its best.

Alexander Goodman More

1830–1895

An Irish naturalist and botanist with a gift for careful observation, he helped document the plants and birds of Ireland in lasting detail. His work bridged field science and scholarship, leaving a clear picture of the natural world of his time.