Letter received by Banks from Daniel Solander, 14 August 1775 (Series 72.181) - No. 0003

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Forster had on board the following Live [indecipherable]:  a Springe Bock [also spelt Springbok] from the Cape, a Surikate, two Eagles, & several small Birds all from the Cape.  I believe he intends these for the Queen.  If I except Cooper & 2 of the new made Lieutenants I believe the whole Ships Company will go out again.  Pickersgill made the Ladies sick by shewing them the New Zealand head of which 2 or 3 slices were broiled and eat on board of the Ship.  It is preserved in Spirit and I propose to get it for Hunter, who goes down with me to morrow on purpose, when we expect the Ship will be at Deptford.

         This Morning died one of the fine new Parrots, which Miss Ray gave You.  I will preserve it in Spirit for You.  Miller (John) has began to draw it make a drawing from the live one.

          My best Compl.ts to Capt Phipps, August & Omai.

I am with the utmost sincerity
My Dear Sir
Your faithfull friend

Dan Solander

London, Aug. 14, 1775.