[mou] Mute Swans

[Jim Williams]

Mute Swans are no less a pest and invasive species than European 
Starlings or House Sparrows. Left unchecked, they can and will cause 
significant ecological damage. The situation on the east coast, in 
Maryland and Delaware, is ample proof of that. Mute Swans should be 
removed from wherever they are found. If for no other reason, this 
species should be reported so the DNR can take action.

Jim Williams
Wayzata




On Dec 8, 2004, at 6:14 PM, Dennis/Barbara Martin wrote:

While we are all happy about help for the Starling situation, everybody
should be aware that this will mean that the DNR will resume getting 
rid of
Mute Swans in their attempt to introduce Trumpeter Swans.

In past years Mute Swans were shot by the DNR, as soon as birders 
seemed to
not be looking at them as much.  As such I have not reported Mute Swans 
to
the MOU listserve as the DNR monitored it for locations.  I suggest 
that we
all return to that position.

Dennis Martin
dbmartin@skypoint.com
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From: "MARTELL, Mark" <MMARTELL@audubon.org>
To: "MOU - Net (E-mail)" <mou-net@cbs.umn.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, December 08, 2004 12:02 PM
Subject: [mou] Invasive Species


>
> At Saturday's (excellent) annual MOU meeting, mention was made of the
attempt to get Congress to specifically remove invasive species from
protection by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.  The House passed, and the
Senate has agreed to such legislation. Much to the relief of bluebirds
across the country.
>
> More info can be found at www.audubon.org
>
> Mark Martell
> Director of Bird Conservation
> Audubon Minnesota
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> St. Paul, MN 55125
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