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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.