Seven suspected new bird flu cases are ‘evidence of spread’ into Australian wildlife, experts warn
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South Australia has reported seven new suspected cases of H5 bird flu in greater crested terns, found along the Limestone Coast near the Victorian border. BirdLife Australia warns this may indicate the disease is spreading into local bird populations, suggesting the outbreak is 'taking hold' in Australian wildlife. The findings raise concerns about the impact on native seabirds and the potential for further transmission.
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Seven greater crested terns found sick or dead on the Limestone Coast.
Port MacDonald is just over 20km from the Victorian border.
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The birds were found on the Limestone Coast in south-eastern SA.
The Guardian- Seven greater crested terns found sick or dead on the Limestone Coast.
- Suspected H5 bird flu, a highly pathogenic strain.
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The birds were found on the Limestone Coast in south-eastern SA.
The GuardianExperts warn it could be a sign the disease has begun spreading through local bird populations.
The GuardianBirdLife Australia says discoveries show outbreak is 'taking hold'.
The GuardianAll seven birds are greater crested terns.
The GuardianOne bird was found at Cape Jaffa, five around Southend Jetty near Beachport, and one at Port MacDonald.
The GuardianPort MacDonald is just over 20km from the Victorian border.
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