Do owners need to move birds inside when highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus is detected in the United States?
Top A: It depends on how likely it is that the birds will be exposed to wild birds and/or their feces if they remain in their current housing system. There is a low risk of transmission to companion birds unless they mingle with wild migratory waterfowl or are exposed via water to their feces. If H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza is identified in an area close to an owner’s flock, state animal health authorities will likely require that owners move their birds indoors as a preventive measure. Biosecurity practices should be strictly followed.
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