These are birds that are already endangered, and any further pressure either from the virus itself or misguided attempts to control it through culling would be disastrous,

It's important to clarify that the avian influenza virus is not new to wild birds.

The more towers, the more dead birds,

I think there is going to be further discussion with staff regarding the recommendation. We are already engaged in discussion with Gainesville Regional Transit System for this project to facilitate expansion of a bus route to include this area.

This virus is deadly to some birds, but not all birds, so some birds can carry it and appear healthy. What do people need to know, number one, is there's no reason for panic.

It also seems to be in distress. It has made two seemingly deliberate attempts to beach itself.