South Australia reports first H5 bird flu case in migratory seabird
South Australia confirmed its first case of the H5 bird flu on Wednesday after a migratory seabird tested positive on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The southern giant petrel was found on Knights Beach and treated by wildlife welfare, marking the first detection of this strain in the state. Authorities remain on high alert as they respond to the outbreak.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 06:58 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 20:10 UTC
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