H5N1 in Migratory Birds in New Zealand

H5N1 in Migratory Birds in New Zealand

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A surveillance programme researching the presence of avian influenza in New Zealand has found low pathogenic (LPAI) H5N1 virus in two samples taken from mallard ducks. Tests indicate that the virus is closely related to viruses found in the past and has been here for some time.

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We knew it was coming but now it's here. And I imagine if it's not in Australia already it will be by the end of the year. It's easy to forget about this little time bomb, but it's still going strong.

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