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Chiles
(1957)
Pluvialis dominica
June 12 Wainwright, Alaska
Two seen on the marsh
June 15 Sittegea River, Cape Sable, Alaska
Several seen. Breeding.
27 June This is a common and obvious nesting spot
in this locality. About 5 pairs nesting in
Stream near culdaws.
11 July Regular along coast on barrens or Upland
meadows — very apparent — scolding.
19 July Camp D, Sittegea River, mi SE Cape Sable, Alaska
Relatively common as it can be heard
or seen almost everywhere we go.
23 July Most common bird seen or heard along the
river.
Aug. 1 Only one plane heard in the distance in
the marsh.
5 Aug. Flock of 10 wintering, flew over tundra.