Tag: wildlife surveillance
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North Otago ducks help frontline against bird flu through surveillance testing
Overview of the surveillance effort In the wake of a bird flu outbreak tied to a Moeraki poultry farm at the end of 2024, New Zealand is ramping up surveillance to safeguard its borders against the virus. Scientists and authorities have turned to a practical line of defense: field testing involving mallard ducks in North…
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North Otago Ducks Surveillance: Field Tests to Confirm NZ Bird Flu Status
Overview: Why North Otago Ducks are in the Spotlight New Zealand continues to monitor its avian health status following a late-2024 bird flu outbreak tied to a Moeraki poultry farm. In a coordinated effort, scientists are conducting field surveillance that includes mallard ducks in North Otago. The goal is to determine whether the disease remains…
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Huntington Warns Residents as Dead Geese Found Near Heckscher Park Being Tested for Avian Flu
Overview of the situation Residents of Huntington are being alerted after a half-dozen geese were found dead in and around Heckscher Park this month. The Town of Huntington has announced that the birds are undergoing laboratory tests to determine whether avian influenza is involved. While official results have not yet been released, officials stress that…
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New Chronic Wasting Disease Case Found in BC’s Kootenay Deer Population
New case of chronic wasting disease confirmed in Kootenay deer A recent check by British Columbia’s wildlife authorities confirmed another case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a deer population, extending the province’s tally to nine confirmed cases. The finding, centered in the Kootenay region, underscores ongoing concerns about the spread of this fatal neurological…
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New Chronic Wasting Disease Case Detected in BC Deer in Kootenay
New CWD Case in British Columbia’s Kootenay Region A fresh case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been confirmed in a deer within British Columbia’s Kootenay region, marking another addition to the province’s growing list of affected wildlife. According to a statement from the Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the newest case increases…
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Wild Bird Poo Testing in Northern Australia: A Frontline Strategy to Keep Eggs on the Shelves
Protecting Australia’s egg supply from a global threat In the early heat of a remote Northern Territory morning, a small team quietly carries out one of the country’s most crucial biosecurity operations. Indigenous rangers, joined by a government veterinarian, comb the coastlines and wetlands for fresh bird droppings. The goal is simple in method, high-stakes…
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Wild Bird Poo Testing in Northern Australia: Protecting Eggs on the Shelves
Protecting Australia’s eggs from a global threat In the early warmth of a remote Northern Territory morning, the Hum of heat and humidity marks the start of a crucial biosecurity operation. Indigenous rangers, guided by a government veterinarian, comb the shoreline for fresh droppings. Their mission is deceptively simple in one sense: collect evidence from…
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Bird Flu Detected in Captive Birds at Fota Wildlife Park, Cork
Summary of the Fota outbreak Samples taken from captive birds that died at Fota Wildlife Park in Cork have tested positive for avian influenza, the Department of Agriculture confirmed. Preliminary results indicate the H5N1 strain, with further testing planned to determine the virus’s pathogenicity and the appropriate response. This marks a significant development for Ireland’s…
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Long-Term molecular surveillance of Cryptosporidium and Giardia in wildlife in protected drinking water catchments
Overview of a long-term molecular survey in protected catchments Maintaining safe drinking water from natural catchments requires understanding protozoan pathogens in wildlife. This longitudinal study analyzes Cryptosporidium and Giardia from 8,695 fecal DNA samples collected across 16 years (2009–2024) in Melbourne, Australia’s protected catchments. Using PCR-based sequencing and phylogenetic analyses, researchers identified 12 Cryptosporidium species/genotypes…