Field notes, v1377
Page 379
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33 R.E. Johnson 1967 Journal June 19 Warren Peak to Porter Reservoir, Warner Mtns, Modoc Co., California (cont.) all 3 notes in various order. One bird has a larger bill than the other. It sang from scattered firs(20-40ft) higher more "within" the brush field. The other bird sang from the tops of taller firs (70 ft) in a denser stand bordering the brush. The birds appeared to be on adjacent territories. A bird with similar song was singing to the south of these 2 and one singing "du-hic" was heard to the north. Neighboring species included Cassin's Finch, Oregon Junco, numerous Green-tailed Towhees, occasional Red-breasted Nuthatches (never seen). A Red-tailed Hawk & a smaller Buteo glided to the west high overhead. 11:15 AM Dusky Flycatcher collected from top of 50 ft. White Fir in a dense patch of same. Bird sang all 3 notes. Bird didn't fall to ground, therefore had to climb limby Tree. Ugh! 7,200 ft. 12:00 noon Dusky Flycatcher. Sang all 3 notes from top of 30 ft dead snag at edge of dry desolate area, & From 15 ft Juniper (one of few trees in barren area). Collected (2 shots). 7080 ft. 12:30 AM Back to car & meadow. A pair of Williamson's Sapsuckers nesting in Aspen snag in meadow over creek & False Hellebore. Nest is 15 ft up & facing north. 6800ft. 1/4 mi. SE of Porter Reservoir. Collected both parents, while they were feeding the young ants.