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Birds Observed In The Potholes Region During 1953-1954, Paul A. Johnsgard
Birds Observed In The Potholes Region During 1953-1954, Paul A. Johnsgard
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From June 15-August 15, 1953 and from February 15 to August 15, 19 5 4 the writer did extensive field work in the Potholes Region of Grant County,Washington, gathering data for an ecological study of the vegetation and wildlife of that area. During this time considerable observations of the bird life were made, which for the most part were restricted to the area adjacent to O'Sullivan Dam and Potholes Reservoir.
Long-Tailed Jaeger Collected In Eastern Washington, Paul A. Johnsgard
Long-Tailed Jaeger Collected In Eastern Washington, Paul A. Johnsgard
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An adult female Long-tailed Jaeger (Stercorarius longicaudus) was collected on Potholes Reservoir. Grant County. Washington, June 27. 1953. The bird was observed resting on the water near the middle of the reservoir. and as I approached. I noticed it was unable to fly. It attempted to fly several times as I came near, but seemed too exhausted to be able to leave the water. It was readily captured and brought to shore. Although in apparent good health. it refused to eat. and died that night. The bird was skinned, and is specimen number 53-216 in the Charles R. …