Fears for Sea Lions as Suspected Bird Flu Spreads to Breeding Ground

Fears for sea lions as suspected bird flu spreads to breeding ground

There are concerns the endangered Australian sea lion could be devastated by bird flu, with mass bird deaths believed to be linked to the virus found at key breeding locations.

Bird flu hits King Island hard as virus declared ‘here to stay'

TASMANIA’S bird flu outbreak is likely to remain an ongoing threat, with authorities warning that the virus may occur in waves over coming months and years.