Bird Flu Threatens Queensland Birds

Bird flu is spreading fast — with five confirmed cases now on Australia’s southern coast, conservationists fear a major outbreak looms for Queensland’s unique birdlife. Experts like former chief scientist Hugh Possingham are rallying volunteers to help spot early signs, turning citizen scientists into frontline defenders. Seabirds on the Great Barrier Reef face high risk, while inland species like parrots and fairy-wrens remain a mystery. The government is ramping up surveillance and exploring vaccines, while the poultry industry braces for lockdowns and culls. If you see a sick or dead bird — don’t touch it, report it immediately. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/584fbe99db6b0d21