Phoenix Marine Wailer This unit was developed originally at the request of the New Brunswick Department of Aquaculture to deter Sea-Ducks, such as Scoters and Eiders, which predate cultivated mussels grown in coastal waters. Several units have been deployed for this purpose. In 1995 a scientific study was conducted for the Marine Spill Response Corporation of Washington D.C., by Ron Hounsell, a Wildfowl and Marine Bird Scientist recently retired from the Canadian Wildlife Service. The purpose of the study conducted in Miramichi Bay, New Brunswick was to determine the efficacy of the unit to deter sea birds from oil spills. Conclusions - MSRC Trial Under the environmental conditions in the present study, the Marine Phoenix Wailer appeared to be an effective open-water bird deterrent device within an effective range of 500 metres. Unlike other deterrent devices used in past oil spill deterrent operations, the MPW sustained its deterrent capabilities over the entire period of the study (i.e. 28 days) when the device was operating. This sustained deterrent capability has potential application to on-water bird deterrent operations during oil spills since oil-contaminated areas often require an extended period of time for site cleanup operations to be completed. Presently, a similar trial is being carried out by Dr. Desley Whisson, University of California and the California Fish and Game Department, using the latest Phoenix Wailer circuitry. Note: This specialized device is not stocked. It is only manufactured for a specific order.