Wildlife carers 'ground zero' for third H5 bird flu case (opens original article in a new tab)

A wildlife organisation in South Australia discovered a giant petrel with H5 bird flu, the third confirmed case in the country, prompting biosecurity measures and increased vigilance.

• Wildlife carers in South Australia discovered a giant petrel with H5 bird flu, marking the third confirmed case in Australia.
• The organization locked down its facility and took biosecurity measures after the diagnosis.
• SA Premier confirmed two recent seabird deaths tested negative for avian influenza.