Queensland records first H5 bird flu detection

A dead petrel found on Moreton Island has tested positive for H5 bird flu.

Three seabirds engaging on the ocean surface, showcasing natural behavior and vibrant marine life. Photo by Rino Adamo | Pexels

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A dead petrel found on Moreton Island, also known as Mulgulpin, has tested positive for H5 high pathogenicity avian influenza (H5 bird flu). Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers found the seabird…