What to know about the bird flu outbreak in wild birds and what it means for backyard bird feeders

An outbreak of bird flu in North America has increased egg prices by more than 150 percent. Meanwhile, calls are being made that Europe should export its egg surpluses to the US.

Health Departments Monitoring Bird Flu

BRICK – Five dead waterfowl – four gulls and one duck – were recently discovered on a small sandy beach in a residential neighborhood off Kettle Creek, and while it’s not unusual to see an occasional dead bird on the beach, residents were concerned because of the threat of H5N1 bird flu.   The NJ Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) said that the ongoing nationwide bird flu outbreak is primarily an animal health issue that poses low risk…

What to know about the bird flu outbreak in wild birds and what it means for backyard bird feeders

Bird flu has devastated poultry and dairy farms since it was first detected in North America in late 2021. But what has been the toll on wild birds?

With bird flu circulating, is it safe to leave up bird feeders?

Bird and wildlife experts say it's fine to continue to feed songbirds as long as the feeders are kept clean and no local die-offs are observed.

A year ago, bird flu was first discovered in dairy cows in the United States. Dozens of people have been infected, one died. President Trump avoids the subject - experts are concerned.

Clean feeders to help prevent spread of bird flu

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