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1st Avian flu in Antarctic
October 31 , 2023
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- Scientists have detected the presence of avian flu for the first time in the Antarctic region.
- It is raising concerns for remote populations of penguins and seals.
- The viral disease HPIA or avian influenza, especially the H5 and H7 strains, mostly affects birds.
- These strains are highly pathogenic and have been reported in domestic poultry.
- It is resulting in high mortality if they manage to reach wild bird populations.
- The ongoing outbreak of HPAI H5N1 was first reported in 2022.
- In 2022 and 2023, HPAI H5N1 spread rapidly in South America.
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