Holmes, R. 1960 4. Phalaropus fulicarius 30 June Ikeroville, Alaska pairs. The ?♂ are now the aggressors and become very excited when other birds land nearby. Often they will flutter around & drive off these intruders (both ?♂ + ?♀). 1 July - 1 nest was located just south of the 2nd inlet in the plot. It was on a soggy ridge with central high polygyn. The cup was lined with grass, and the surrounding polygyn was also grass covered. The 4 eggs were grey with dark (black) spots + small blotches. 8 July Barrow, Alaska The majority ?♀ seem to have departed + small groups. Here birds are now seen on lakes + ponds. The ?♂ are mostly on the nests, + one sees out feeding occasionally. 11 July Barrow, Alaska The activity of these birds has slowed down. ?♀ have disappeared now, + ?♂ are now seen occasionally - sweet pads. No young have been seen.