78. Tringoides macularius (L.) Gray. Spotted Sandpiper.—Several times observed along the creeks.

79. Rallus elegans Aud. Red-breasted Rail.—One several times seen in a small pond thickly overgrown with small trees, water-lillies etc.

80. Rallus virginianus L. Virginia Rail.—One seen in same place as the last. Both eluded capture.

81. Fulica americana Gm. American Coot.—Not observed, but said to be common here in fall and early spring. Known here by the Creole name of “Poulette d’Eau.”

82. Anas boschas L. Mallard.—Not observed, but it is said to be common here during the migrations.

83. Querquedula discors (L.) Steph. Blue-winged Teal.—Two were shot out of a flock of eight on the 16th on Alexander’s Creek.

84. Aix sponsa (L.) Boie. Wood duck; Summer Duck.—Not observed, but common in the swamp, I am informed.

85. Pelecanus fuscus (L.) Brown Pelican.—Said to breed in the lakes above Bayou Sara.

86. Podilymbus podiceps (L.) Lawr. Thick-billed Grebe.—Not observed, but well known here.

LIST OF BIRDS OBSERVED AT HOUSTON, HARRIS CO., TEXAS, AND IN THE COUNTIES MONTGOMERY, GALVESTON AND FORD BEND.