Bird Flu in Australia: A Growing Concern Australia has been largely spared the ravages of bird flu, a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) that has devastated poultry populations worldwide.
However, recent cases in native birds in New South Wales mark a concerning shift in the virus's trajectory.
Symptoms and Diagnosis Birds infected with bird flu exhibit sudden and severe symptoms, including labored breathing, coughing, and difficulty standing.