Australia detects mass bird deaths in second state as H5 bird flu spreads

Environment minister Murray Watt warned the outbreak marks the start of a prolonged challenge, as surveys show thousands of birds dead and up to 400 native species at high risk.

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Mass bird deaths linked to H5N1 have been confirmed in a second Australian state, prompting warnings of a widening wildlife crisis. Assessments indicate nearly 400 native species, including a penguin colony of 1,400 birds, could suffer severe losses.

Aerial surveillance identified mass bird deaths in a second Australian state, suggesting spread of H5N1 bird flu.1 Environment minister Murray Watt said the country is at the start of a prolonged challenge and that further mass mortality events are likely.1 The bird deaths are suspected to be linked to the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain.1

A recent assessment examined over 2,000 native Australian species for vulnerability to H5N1.3 The assessment found nearly 400 species, about one in five, at high risk of severe impact from the virus.3 Species identified as high risk include parrots, fur seals, quolls, as well as penguins and dolphins.3

Volunteers monitoring the St Kilda little penguin colony anticipate a loss of 20% to 40% of its 1,400 birds due to the outbreak.2 This projected loss represents between a fifth and two‑fifths of the colony.2 Combined findings highlight a broader wildlife crisis as H5N1 spreads across Australia.1 ,3

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