Catalogue and journal, v1563
Page 341
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Journal 33. 12 May Berkeley Hills, Alameda Co., Calif. Morning overcast clearing toward noon. Warm only during afternoon. Large of which wandered over all territories during last study period (5 May) missing. Observations today only indicate other individuals confined to rather small areas within study area. Species noted: one Coluber constrictor morrisoni in study area. Turkey Vultures, singly, and in pair overhead in late morning and early afternoon (1100 to 1320). One feral house cat (white & black) seen twice in area. Purple Finches and Pine Siskins very common in corifers adjacent to area. Oregon Junco nest located in conifer clump. 15 May Wildcat Canyon, Tilden Park, Contra Costa Co., Calif. Leader of third group 8/113 class. Search at lower end of Park; along stream and wooded slopes revealed: Hyla, Rana aurora & Triturus in the water; Batrachoseps scelopodes, Thamnophis on slopes. Triturus egg masses located in all stages of development. Period of observation: 0845 to 1130. Weather: warm, sunny, clear.