Holmes, R. 1962 Erolia melanotos 29 may BARROW, ALASKA Flock of 6 large [illegible] seen feeding in 40'x20' exposed area - at the corn Elson Lagoon + Woblocklog Slough. - No aggressive action was seen between or birds. - I was collected. 30 may 107 seen during the afternoon & 2 during the morning. No aggression or sign of display were observed. 1 June Two males seen chasing (near Elson Lagoon). The flew back & forth - Swerving, Turning, Flying low - The starting up & doubling back. The male in pursuit had an enlarged throat - it [illegible] - but no sound could be heard (may be due to stormy winds). 14 was seen feeding with several Dunlin 2 June 1 pair - a [illegible] under the look out & on junction. The [illegible] did two or three aerial displays during the half hour we were in the vicinity. The host was deep & immature - Red-breast Slew at 6-10' height. No & Continue to feed. Two over 78 were seen just north [illegible] area - but did not appear to be the cause of the display. We were the 1st good looking pair second year.