C.D. Hackma 1967 Species Account Nihoa Finch (Pseintrocta cantans) March 8+9 Nihoa Island An abundant species. Saw close to 100 in a small area on the south side during the two days. Gene Kinnell estimates a population of 20,000+. Many males singing. We captured 42 birds to transplant on Tern and East Islands, French Frigate Shoals. Found them difficult to capture in the heavy vegetation. In the cage, during transport, the birds readily ate cracked corn, orage, and sunflower seeds. March 11 Tern Island, French Frigate Shoals Birds released near mess hall. All but one acted healthy and alert. One male behaved as if it had sustained a foot injury and was not alert. The other birds began foraging almost immediately after release. Several birds were seen eating and bunn grass about 20 minutes after release. March 11 East Isd., French Frigate Shoals 10 birds were released and immediately disappeared in the heavy growth of Tribulus. None were observed during the rest of the day. March 12 East D., French Frigate Shoals 2 female types observed on the albatross court. March 13 Tern d., Fr. Frigate Shoals 1 male +1 female observed foraging near mess hall in the afternoon March 14 Tern d., Fr. Frigate Shoal 9 birds feeding under Ironwood trees in early afternoon. C.D. Hackma 1967 Species Account Nihoa Millerbird (Acrocephalus familiaris) March 8 + 9 Nihoa Island Saw only 10-15 during the two days. A difficult species to see because it is secretive and not inclined to lengthy flight. Prefer to stay in low vegetation near the ground. A number were singing.