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Gilmore AMERICAN SCOTAR
1931 Oct. 2. ENGLISH BAR, W. Uralaska Is.,
Alutuani Is., Alaska. Here today
I positively saw my first flock of
American Scotars. A flock of 15-20
passed seaward by the boat as
we were about in the center of
the bay. The dull uniform black
body & head, and the yellow spot
on the bill were noticeable.
Oct. 24. Alkm Straits, E. Alutuani Is.
Several flocks of 15-20 birds were
seen in the straits today. They hung
out in the areas of open water at
least a quarter of a mile from land
and were very wary. In flight
they appeared identical with the
White Winged Scotar save that there
was no white whatever on the plumage.