Evidence Performed by Alexander von Humboldt
- NameThe Spanish American Expedition
- Description
Accompanied by Aimé Bonpland, Humboldt embarked on a treacherous journey through the Venezuelan wilderness to chart the Casiquiare canal. They mapped over 1,700 miles of uncharted territory, collecting thousands of biological specimens and recording extensive meteorological data.
Navigating the Casiquiare canal and the Orinoco, stopped collecting specimens and started observing systems. Noticed how specific microclimates dictated the types of wildlife and flora present, adopting a much broader view of nature than contemporaries.
- Start Date1799-01-01
- Duration1 year
- TypeProfessional
- ForSelf-funded / Authorized by King Charles IV of Spain
- TitleIndependent Explorer and Lead Naturalist
- Primary ResponsibilitiesMapping unknown geographical territories and river connections across South and Central America. Collecting, preserving, and systematically cataloging thousands of unknown botanical and zoological specimens. Conducting rigorous, long-term geophysical tracking of magnetic, barometric, and thermal fluctuations.
Used Skills
- Rankof 22Details(name, duration, recency, competency)NameDurationRecencyCompetency
- Cross-functional Collaboration75 years166 years agoCompetent7
- Scientific Observation10 years223 years agoProficient5
- Empirical Data Acquisition4 years196 years agoProficient4
- Field Biogeography3 years223 years agoProficient3
- Cross-Cultural Field Diplomacy1 year, 8 months196 years agoCompetent2
- Cartography & Surveying1 year, 4 months226 years agoProficient2