McFarlane,, R. W. 
19S3 
Wake Island 
11 
Hit ideal conditions. Was able to catch about half of those present. 
This makes a total of 2000 banded for this trip. Had a: thunder and lightening 
storm. Got soaked through by heavy rain. Most birds settled on ground in 
pairs. They were really thick then. Colony is still growing and eggs being 
laid at rapid rate. 
Eggs present within fuel farm fence tonight. They moved in just two 
days ago. 
Many terns regurgitate fresh squid. I have less faith in this 
nocturnal squid catching every day. 
Noddies still constructing nests on rocks. 
June l6 
Heavy rains several times today. 
Paid hotel bill. Meals for 8 d.^ys^ room for 7- $156.40. Meal 
breakdown: breakfast—$1.75; lunch $2.JO; dinner $3.25; room $14.00. 
