Apparently this bird was exhausted and scarcely able to fly and 
was thus closély observed, but as no gun was procurable at the 
time I was unable to secure the specimen. The name, ‘‘ Nonette 
blanc,” as applied to this bird would indicate that it was of 
regular occurrence. The name “ Nonette,” (Osprey,) however 
is applied to the Hudsonian Curlew likewise and also to the 
Pigeon Hawk and Caripbean Sparrow Hawk. It apparently is 
applicable to any fish-eating bird with a curved bill as well as to 
any small hawk. 
25.Guara rubra, Linn. Scarlet Ibis. 
A pair of these magnificent birds bred at Bois Cotlette in the 
spring of 1904 and reports of their presence were brought to me 
all through May, June and July. On Augnst 18th, after repeated 
visits to the small fresh water ponds they frequented, I was 
fortunate enough to see one of the birds, in young, changing, 
plumage, among a flock of domestic ducks. Upon closer approach 
he took flight and a long shot was risked but without effect. 
The same or other individuals were afterwards seen in the 
vicinity but the overseer of the estate having forbidden shooting 
on the premises, unfortunately prevented further attempts at 
obtaining a specimen. 
26.Plegadis autumnalis, Hass. Glossy Ibis. 
Seen repeatedly near Sonfriere and Bois Cotlette during 
August and September, and at Layou September 18th 1904, 
Although no specimen was secured the distinctive appearance 
of this species leaves no question as to its identity. 
Family, Ciconiidae. The Wood Lbises. 
27. Tantalus loculator, Linn. Wood Ibis: 
Seen near Pointe Michel after a heavy gale August 28th 
1904. Although not obtained I am positive of the identity of 
this bird, so distinct in appearance and size from any other 
species. ‘lhe specimen observed was flying heavily near shore 
and was scen only a few moments after the White Ibis already 
mentioned, The difference in size and coloration was very 
marked and served as a positive means of identification for both 
species ; even had [ not been familiar with them both. 
Family, Ardeidae. The Herons. 
28, Ardea rufescens, Gmel. Reddish Egret. “ Gaulin 
rouge.” 
A rare resident, Two specimens taken at Layou December 
4th, 1904. 
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