African expedition field notes, v4480
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6. Mouse Location: Amanzi Estate, Family - ⑥ Genus Species - Serial numbers - (280, 281, Amanzi Estate, Aug. 26.) These two mice were caught in traps set along a small Creek. The creek banks were lined with grass and thorny bushes and cactuses. The traps were baited with mealie meal. (307, 308, Sept. 9, Perseverance) (3/4 - Sept. 10 - Perseverance) (322 - Sept. 11 - Perseverance) These specimens were caught in traps set along the banks of the Swatbops river which is at Sea level. The area Adjacent to the river was a low grassy area. Where several species of succulent plants Growing here. There were many tunnels of mice and rats in this area. None of these specimens were seen alive.