° PHALAROPODID#: PHALAROPES 
These tiny, ocean birds are the “sandpipers of the sea.” They 
are to be seen in flocks well off shore resting or feeding on the 
water or a bunch of seaweed, or skimming over the waves. They 
seldom come to land unless driven in by storm. The female is 
more brightly colored than the male and is said to conduct the 
courtship. ‘The Northern is the commoner species and is oftener 
seen in shore, it is a trifle the smaller. They are called Sez Geese 
by the fishermen. 
Breeds. Both species on coast and islands north of New Eng- 
land. Migrant off shore in May, August to October. 
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