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R. G. Leusin
1966
Zeward. # 13 - species Account
Great Frigate bird
Lissiandri
June.
16-19
Breeding cycle ranged from eggs to fully
fledged immatures. Actual count
of 218 young in nests, 68 nest w/1
egg. Shelton estimate 2000 Shelton
birds - probably closer to 3000 with
the large numbers of birds seen high
overhead at dusk.
R. G. Leusin
1966
Zeward. # 13 - species Account
Golden Plover
Lissiandri
16-19
June
Actual count on 18 June of 56 birds,
mostly all, along the beach. about
5-10 % of these in beautiful
breeding plumage. Estimates of 75
birds or more at this time.