Bird Flu Hits as Cat Control Ends | Adelaide News

Bird flu just landed in South Australia, and as if timing couldn’t get worse, a major feral cat control program on Kangaroo Island—designed to protect vulnerable sea lions—suddenly shut down. With funding evaporating the same week the virus appeared, conservationists and locals are freaking out: these cats, capable of carrying and spreading the disease, are now roaming free near sea lion colonies. The official count of 38 trapped cats clashes with a community meeting claim of nearly 100—raising eyebrows and suspicion. Experts warn this isn’t just a local hiccup; it’s a national wildlife emergency. Without sustained funding and proactive measures, Australia risks repeating the devastating wildlife collapses seen elsewhere. The call? A national wildlife resilience package—before the next crisis hits. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/251c6b97ee9344c3