I had hoped during this time to have made a good collection of insects but it has been impossible: I regret the less because Chiloe fairly swarms with collectors; there are more naturalists in the country, than carpenters or shoemakers or any other honest trade.
In my letter from the Falkland Islands I said I had fears about a box with a Megatherium.

I have since heard from B.Ayres that it went to Liverpool by the brig "Basingwaithe." If you have not received it, it is I think worth taking some trouble about.

In October two casks and a jar were sent by H.M.S.

"Samarang" via Portsmouth.

I have no doubt you have received them.