R.A. Hamilton 1965 Plectrophenax nivalis June 17 The birds were observed in pairs mostly. In one case, the bird pair were observed together. Some singing was heard. June 18 The birds were observed in pairs scattered wherever I went. A ♂ was observed feeding a ♀ Sturnel [illegible]... she would follow him. When she got close, she would spread her wings slightly and flutter them. The male would then feed her. Dr. Pittock said that this was part of their mating behavior. June 19 The birds were seen paired and were heard singing often. A female was observed examining a bushed in oil drum next to the road going to the Voth Area. June 20 All birds examined were paired. A ♀ was seen carrying nesting material into the oil drum mentioned yesterday. Much display and singing were heard. June 21. Paired birds were observed scattered about the tundra. June 22 One pair was observed in AAL area and one pair on the tundra. June 23 Birds were seen in pairs scattered around the tundra. Flight display was seen in which male sang and glided into ground with wings raised and stood. The oil drum into which the buntings have been carrying nesting material was checked. There is still no nest but there is a large mass of glass.