Holmes, R. 1959 Ereunetes pusillus 10. 6 August Barrow, Alaska During on hour spent on footprit lake during the evening, many flocks of these birds were observed. They ranged in size from 6-20 birds per group were abundant throughout the lake bottom. The main activity was feeding; however, many groups were acting like clumps of grass, probably to get out of the wind. 7 August Barrow, Alaska Again, many birds were seen on Footprint lake. They were estimated to be about equal in numbers to the Pintails - about 600 birds if both species being present ~ north slope and about 400 each at the lake. Considering that very few have been seen in this area for two weeks, these birds must be on the move (when?). Large groups were observed over Woolsledog Slough and along the west edge of Freshwater Lagoon. The birds were feeding, arriving and would not flush until approached within 6 feet.