Australia reports second H5N1 bird flu case in migratory seabird
The federal government has developed more than 100 response plans for key sites and vulnerable species and invested about $100 million in preparedness.
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The federal government has developed more than 100 response plans for key sites and vulnerable species and invested about $100 million in preparedness. A brown skua and a northern giant petrel had tested positive for the H5N1 strain of the flu after they were found in Western Australia, federal Agriculture Minister Julie Collins confirmed on Monday. Despite there being no detections in commercial poultry, major chicken producer Inghams Group announced it would mitigate against any potential risks across all WA sites.
Furthermore, Scientists believe the bird flu strain killed thousands of elephant seals on Heard Island. (PR IMAGE PHOTO) University of Melbourne researcher Michelle Wille said international experiences painted a gloomy picture. “Everywhere this virus has emerged has been really catastrophic, with mass mortality events in wildlife, and in some places, we’ve seen species-level reductions in population,” she said. Australia is on high alert after a second bird tested positive for a deadly strain of avian flu, raising concerns the virus may be spreading in remote locations. June 22, 2026 14:08 | News A second bird has tested positive for a deadly strain of avian flu as Australia’s largest poultry producer plunges its farms into lockdown.
In addition, Industry impacts could also be significant, she said, noting more than 200 million chickens had been culled in the US since the virus arrived there. There has been no evidence of mass mortalities among birds, with both animals discovered on a remote beach in Esperance, about 700km southeast of Perth.
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The federal government has developed more than 100 response plans for key sites and vulnerable species and invested about $100 million in preparedness.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesA brown skua and a northern giant petrel had tested positive for the H5N1 strain of the flu after they were found in Western Australia, federal Agriculture Minister Julie Collins confirmed on Monday.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesDespite there being no detections in commercial poultry, major chicken producer Inghams Group announced it would mitigate against any potential risks across all WA sites.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesScientists believe the bird flu strain killed thousands of elephant seals on Heard Island. (PR IMAGE PHOTO) University of Melbourne researcher Michelle Wille said international experiences painted a gloomy picture. “Everywhere this virus has emerged has been really catastrophic, with mass mortality events in wildlife, and in some places, we’ve seen species-level reductions in population,” she said.
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Australia is on high alert after a second bird tested positive for a deadly strain of avian flu, raising concerns the virus may be spreading in remote locations.
according to The Straits Times - Asia +1June 22, 2026 14:08 | News A second bird has tested positive for a deadly strain of avian flu as Australia’s largest poultry producer plunges its farms into lockdown.
according to Michael West MediaIndustry impacts could also be significant, she said, noting more than 200 million chickens had been culled in the US since the virus arrived there.
according to Michael West MediaThere has been no evidence of mass mortalities among birds, with both animals discovered on a remote beach in Esperance, about 700km southeast of Perth.
according to SBS News (Australia)As second H5 bird flu case detected, Australia puts years of planning into action.
according to SBS News (Australia)A migratory seabird, known as a northern giant petrel, found sick on a remote beach tested positive, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Julie Collins said, after a case involving a brown skua on June 20.
according to The Straits Times - AsiaBut an arrival from Antarctica had always been possible Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Brown skuas and giant petrels are a common sight offshore in southern Australian waters in the winter months, but they will rarely risk venturing on to land.
according to The Guardian - World +1So when two of these birds were discovered sick – on beaches a few kilometres apart on Western Australia’s southern coastline – it was a sign something might be wrong.
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The federal government has developed more than 100 response plans for key sites and vulnerable species and invested about $100 million in…
omitted byCentercovered byLeft sidePublic / AgenciesAustralia has been preparing for the arrival of H5N1 for years. (AP PHOTO) Chief veterinary officer Beth Cookson said Australia had been…
omitted byCentercovered byLeft sidePublic / AgenciesA brown skua and a northern giant petrel had tested positive for the H5N1 strain of the flu after they were found in Western Australia,…
omitted byCentercovered byLeft sidePublic / AgenciesDespite there being no detections in commercial poultry, major chicken producer Inghams Group announced it would mitigate against any…
omitted byCentercovered byLeft sidePublic / AgenciesScientists believe the bird flu strain killed thousands of elephant seals on Heard Island. (PR IMAGE PHOTO) University of Melbourne…
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