Field notes, v1472
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Marshall, 1945 Palau Sterna fuscata Pelelin 7 Nov 2 seen (together) from LCM. Other sterna also seen. Gygis alba Noted throughout in woods but uncommon. Seen frequently only at Pelelin where same behavior inland as at Marianas. Often seen roosting at night by flashlight - in trees on horiz branches. Anous stolidus Koror: One day morning a flock of 6 or 7 came over Koror - kept in formation. Are usually seen over the ocean near shore. Do much flying around the ridge at night - begin a little after sunset. All night the harsh cry can be heard along the top of the ridge - given by birds in flight. Babelthmap 19 Nov. On bike up main mountain range saw these terns often - chasing each other along ridges (soaring) and uttering the