Mortensen's Pacific expedition 1914–1916 explained

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The Mortensen's Pacific expedition 1914–1916 was a research expedition undertaken by Ole Theodor Jensen Mortensen between 1914 and 1916 to research the biodiversity of the Pacific Ocean. During this expedition Mortensen visited New Zealand from November 1915 to February 1916 and undertook collecting trips and further research into marine biodiversity.[1] [2] [3] [4]

Expedition goals

The expedition was funded by the Danish Government. Mortensen had previously participated in the Swedish Arctic expedition of 1901, and saw this expedition as an opportunity to identify links with previous findings regarding South America.

Notable events

The type specimen of Runcinella zelandica was collected by Mortensen during this expedition.[5]

Notes and References

  1. News: 26 January 1915 . Dr. Theo. Mortensen . 22 April 2024 . Hawke's Bay Tribune . 3 . IV . 351.
  2. News: 25 January 1915 . A Distinguished Scientist . 22 April 2024 . Manawatu Standard . 5 . XLI . 9987.
  3. News: 30 October 1914 . Marine Biologist to visit Dominion. 22 April 2024 . Evening Post . 8 . LXXXVIII . LXXXVIII.
  4. News: 10 November 1914 . Danish Scientist . 22 April 2024 . Evening Post . 8 . LXXXVIII . 114.
  5. Web site: Runcinella zelandica Odhner, 1924 . 2024-04-30 . www.gbif.org . en.

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