Hi Tony and Larry,

You were asking if this project would be successful. Successful
sterilization and pinioning of Mute Swans was done in Michigan this
last year at the Michigan oil spill, and we were successful in
finding good, permanent homes for all 6 of the Mute Swans that came
to the facility. As of this date, all 6 swans are doing well at
their new homes. My husband, who is an avian veterinarian, was the
response veterinarian at the oil spill and he would be happy to talk
with you more about this if you are interested.

Susan Ford

On Jan 11, 2011, at 12:04 PM, tweeters-
request at mailman2.u.washington.edu wrote:

> Larry, I applaud you for taking the initiative to outline what a
> plan might look like if anyone decides to take this on. Although I
> am a little hesitant to take the reins of this project I would be
> interested in participating with volunteer time and maybe a $$
> contribution to the project.
>
> How many believe this would be a viable project with a reasonable
> chance of success? Success being defined as; convincing state
> officials to allow this to take place and ultimately transporting
> the birds to a new home where they stand a high probability of long
> term survival.
>