Alaska species accounts, part 1, v4220
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Holmes, R. 1959 Gavia arctica 25 July Wamwright, Alaska One seen flying from the ocean shore over the land in a southerly direction. 3 August Beechey Point, Alaska Several seen near the gravel island off the point. These were still in breeding plumage. 5 August Barrow, Alaska 6 were seen between ARL and The Pass (at Neowok). 10 August Barrow-Umiat-Pit Point, Alaska Several seen when flying over the costal areas. 10 August Pit Point, Alaska About 10 birds were seen west of the shore. These were all together in one flock. 24 August Barrow, Alaska One seen in breeding plumage in Curvate Marsh. 26 August Barrow, Alaska Two adults in breeding plumage seen on middle saltwater lagoon 3 Sept. Barrow, Alaska Two adults in breeding plumage were again seen on middle saltwater lagoon. They have not been noted since 26 Aug.