abc.net.au·3 min read·medium
Threat to thousands of Australian birds and animals outlined as bird flu spreads
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Amelia Bernasconi
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The Australian government has identified over 2,000 native species at risk from the H5 bird flu strain. While vaccines are being tested, officials state they are not currently feasible for wild populations, leaving many endangered species vulnerable to severe population declines.
The Herald petrel is among five bird species that are potentially unable to survive the H5 bird flu. ( Supplied: Queensland government )
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