Kirkpatrick, Ralph D., 1964-1965
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R.D./Kirkpatrick 1965 Felis domestica Atafu Atoll, Tokelan Islands. Mar. 3 Many cats are present on the atoll. The natives keep the cats as pets and to eat rats. They do not eat the cats. Jarvis Island, Line Islands. Mar. 7 211 cats were killed by ATF trip personnel during their stay here March 14-19, 1964. Many more were seen but not killed. The killed cats were in poor physical shape. On the present trip, 12 cats were killed, included at least 7 kittens and 2 lactating females. All of the cats killed were in excellent physical condition. At least 2 cats are known to still be on the island since they were seen but not killed.