New Bird Flu Strain Detected in U.S.

First case of bird flu of 2025 detected in central Nebraska
The avian bird flu has struck a flock of chickens in central Nebraska. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) this week confirmed the H5N1 avian flu virus in a backyard chicken flock in Kearney County.
New Bird Flu Strain Detected in the U.S.
By India Edwards HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A new strain of bird flu, H5N9, has been detected for the first time in the United States, raising concerns about how it continues to spread.
New strain of bird flu found in California: Current status in maps
A new bird flu (highly pathogenic avian influenza) outbreak has been discovered in California. The newly reported H5N9 strain was found Monday at a duck farm in Merced County, California, according to the World Organization for Animal Health.
First US case of new bird flu strain found on California duck farm
US officials are investigating the appearance of a strain of bird flu identified in the US for the first time, a worrying sign that the virus is evolving in ways that could make it harder to
Deadly bird flu strain threatens US food supply
Learn about the new H5N9 bird flu strain in the US, its impact on food safety and prices, plus expert advice on protecting yourself from avian influenza.
Scientists Confirm a New Strain of Bird Flu Has Emerged in The US
A new strain of bird flu has been confirmed at a duck farm in California, the first time the variant has been discovered in poultry in the United States, an international agency said.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza: A Persistent Threat To US Poultry
This latest outbreak is part of a broader epizootic that has swept across the United States, affecting not only poultry but ...
Avian flu case reported at Pa. farm, ag department says
Officials said the positive samples were found in a 50,000-bird layer chicken flock on a commercial poultry farm in Lehigh ...
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50 chickens, ducks died from bird flu at Ulster County farm: What to know
The Ulster County Health Department says bird flu killed about 50 chickens and ducks at a local farm. There are currently no ...
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CT's Beardsley Zoo Confirms Avian Flu Case, Euthanizes Birds to Prevent Spread
A deadly strain of avian flu has been detected at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, forcing officials to euthanize birds and shut down exhibits in an effort to stop the spread. The virus, known as Highly ...
Bird flu detected in North Carolina turkey flock, Agriculture Department says
Turkeys in a commercial Sampson County flock have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza, the N.C. Department ...
Michigan geese, angry owner change protocol for killing flock exposed to bird flu
A Michigan animal sanctuary owner alleged state authorities were inhumane when they culled her birds. She changed the state's H5N1 depopulation code.
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What to know about avian flu in wild birds, poultry, and pets in Illinois
The nationwide spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza, HPAI, also known as avian or bird flu, has many in Illinois ...
3rd avian flu outbreak in large commercial flock near Pasco. Chickens to be killed
Egg prices expected to stay high because of limited supplies as the virus continues to infect commercial flocks nationwide.
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Minnesota to begin statewide testing of milk in February for avian flu virus
Minnesota and Iowa were added to the National Milk Testing Strategy on Jan. 8. There are now 36 states involved in the testing for the avian influenza virus.
CT zoo closing aviary areas after deceased goose is found to have bird flu
The zoo has closed its farmyard and outdoor aviary after a deceased Cotton Patch goose was found to have bird flu.