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somewhat below the May 1964 total of 66. In May 1964, 24 birds were seen
in the southwestern corner, but in May 1965 the birds were not found
there at all, but rather in the southeastern corner.
Sooty Shearwater
Of 222 birds observed this month, 81 were seen on 13 May. Two
were taking part in a feeding flock. Almost no birds were seen on
the 148° N leg. This has been noted on previous months as well. It
may indicate that the migration route is centered on the Hawaiian
Islands. Only a few individuals are expected in June.
Kermadec Petrel
Two, possibly three, individuals were seen in May, all north of
17° N. All were light phase birds. These are the first May records
of this species in the area. Previously none had been seen until
July.
Dark-rumped Petrel
A new record high of 16 individuals was seen in May. Most were
either very near the island of Hawaii or north of the high Hawaiian
Islands, although one was seen as far south as 12° N. Two were seen
flying together for the first time on 30 May.
Mottled Petrel
One bird was seen on 16 May heading north at the southern end
of the area.