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Holmes, R.
1959
Journal
18 June Barrow, Alaska and Colville Delta, Alaska
Colville Delta, Brant were seen in groups
of 2 to 15. Eiders sp?, 1 Snow Goose,
sev. jaegars, Sabine Culls, and Glauces Culls.
In the ground at Pow 2, Red Phalampes
were abundant, Semi-pal., Bards, Red-b
and Pectoral Sdp.- Golden Plover, 3Pitiril
'15 Brant, Savannah Sparrow, and 4 jaegars.
From Pow 2, we flew back to Barrow along
the coast. The whole tundra seems to be
flooded. Due to the late season and
then rapid melt-off, the water
has been left standing and in
many cases has inundated the
polygons in many areas. The country
near Meade River and vicinity has
become about 75% cleared snow.
The area near the coast is still
50-75% covered with snow.
18 June
Barrow, Alaska
1000 - 1130. Drum Area. There are still
several jaegars sitting and flying
around this area. Aggression was seen only
once when one bird was chased out of
the drum area. The snow is melting
rapidly. Weather - overcast, but no wind
1300 - 1600. Drum Area to Beach Ridge
and back to A.R.I. ... The weather has