July 10, 2023

Bird flu confirmed in Aberdeenshire

Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a third premises near Banff, Aberdeenshire.

All bird keepers should remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. More information is available on GOV.SCOT: https://www.gov.scot/publications/avian-influenza-outbreaks/

Definitive requirements are set out in the published declarations for each disease control zone currently in force. More information is available on GOV.SCOT

You can also check if specific areas are in a zone by using the following interactive map

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Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a third premises near Banff, Aberdeenshire.

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