King, Warren B., 1963-1964
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11 Hornet Storm Petrels and 5 Storm Petrel sp. Today, the most common bird. Almost all were headed NW. 5 Sooty Shearwaters, individuals, headed NW. At 1242 a Pomarine Jaeger was seen by Bradley sitting on the water, only moving slightly as ships went by At 1342 a Large Albatross appeared, followed ship for 15 minutes. At 1432 a Black-footed Albatross appeared, followed ship until dark. Very slow today. Little variety or activity. Tonight Dave & I participate in Variability study for BTO. Tomorrow we should have turned corner & headed for home.