From: "Brosseau, Amanda \(MNR\)"
Date: July 19, 2006
8:43:00 AM EDT

Subject: I: Cormorant Die-Off Results Inconclusive

CORMORANT DIE-OFF RESULTS INCONCLUSIVE

The results of the lab analysis conducted on the dead cormorant specimens cultivated on Goose Island have come back inconclusive. Results failed to show the presence of any specific disease agents, viruses or bacterial infections. MNR would like to inform the public that even though the tests have come back inconclusive, the specimens did definitely test negative for Avian Influenza and Botulism.

For further information concerning this matter, or to schedule an interview, please feel free to contact me.

Amanda Brosseau
District Information Specialist
Ministry of Natural Resources
North Bay District Office
Tel: (705) 475-5586
Fax: (705) 475-5600
E-mail: amanda.brosseau@ontario.ca