•White-tailed Tronicblrd 
A=10 B=16 G=3 
Approximately the same distribution pattern as all previous 
SIC surveys was noted again this cruise, l.e., a few scattered 
individuals throughout the at-sea with higher numbers near Samoa 
and the Hawalin Islands. Both these areas serve as breeding grounds 
for the species. Two specimens were collected. 
Blue-faced Boobv k=0 B=102 C=0 
Practically all sightings ( 93%) were recorded on 7 and 10 August 
upon approach to and departure from Jarvis Island. Jarvis probably 
retains one of the largest breeding colonies throughout the area of 
Interest. 
Brown Boobv A^O B=6 C=1 
This species is usually recorded only near Islands. During the 
present cruise all six sightings in area B were made on 7 and 10 August 
approaching and leaving Jarvis Island. None were observed just 
north of Samoa where the species has been encountered on previous 
SIC cruises. 
Red-footed Booby A^4 B=l40 C=4 
Approximately 70% of the birds In area B were recorded on 2 August 
throughout the day of departure from Samoa. The majority of the rest 
were noted near Jarvis Island on 10 August. 
