[Mike]

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07/12/05

Cause Identified in Mysterious Bird Deaths

After weeks of questions and concerns, a mysterious problem concerning
dead birds is being explained. Yesterday, state doctors announced the
cause of death for six birds found dead last month in Savannah within
feet of each other in the span of a few days.

Testing determined the fish crows died of inflammation of the liver.
It was probably due to a parasite, but it does not appear to be any
danger to humans.

After a few days, no other birds showed any similar symptoms.
Reported by: Chris Cowperthwaite