Bird Flu Spreads Inland in Australia | Sydney News

South Australia is hit hardest by Australia’s bird flu outbreak, with over 75% of cases reported there — a grim first for the virus in the nation’s wild birds. As events like the Royal Adelaide Show cancel bird competitions and biosecurity ramps up, experts warn this isn’t just bad luck — it’s a warning sign. The H5N1 strain, already global, could spread inland, threatening native wildlife like quolls and Tasmanian devils, and even cattle, echoing U.S. outbreaks. While culling infected flocks remains the primary defense — tough but necessary — human risk stays low unless you’re in close contact with sick animals. But the real alarm? Wetland ducks, long-distance travelers carrying the virus through freshwater, may be the key to its inland spread — so minimizing stress on wild birds is now critical to slowing the contagion. 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/ec8670b98e80538c