Alaska journal, v4223
Page 135
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Holmes, R 1960 Journal 5 June Barrow → Inaru River → Barrow, Alaska. Makel, Henderson, and I left the village at 1100, heading south for the Inaru River. Jaagur and owl activity was seen all the way to the river. Several owl nests were located (4-7 eggs) (see Makel's notes). Jaagurs (Pomarine) were counted during the trip southward, and large numbers were sitting on the ice along the shores of the Inaru. One Pomarine nest was located, which contained 1 egg. This was located about 25 yards from the shore of the river near the fish camps. Lemming sign was noticeable during the whole trip (except one area which seemed uncut). Near the river, the jaagurs were settled + 1 owl nest was found, so apparently lemmings are present. The grass in this area shows signs of cutting, especially in the troughs. Shore birds were seen regularly. Pairs of redbacks were present during the extra trip. Three murre fled (5+♀) Pectoralis were noted. Large numbers of Phalaropes (Red) were seen. Molt flew were - Flats, Nutcrackers and pairs were noticed.