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SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION
WASHINGTON 25, D. C.
Baker Island
Birds
Birds greatly reduced from previous visits. Only 11 species observed, none
breeding, and only 6 species using island as a roosting area. No birds banded.
No blood samples taken. One species of gull new to the island was collected.
Mammals
Three of four cats seen were run to death.
Insects
Complete coverage of all habitats with sweep net, aspirators, and hand searching.
Six Berlizi samples were taken. A total of 400 * individuals of about 25
species were collected.
Remarks
Twenty-four hours were spent here. Island vegetation much more lush than in
October. Surf conditions very poor with 10-12 foot waves.