An ongoing outbreak of a deadly avian flu strain has already killed millions of birds, and it’s becoming an even greater cause for concern as it spills over into mammalian species. “I don’t know if people recognize how big a deal this is.”AdvertisementThe H5N1 avian influenza virus is not brand-new. This made it much easier for migrating wild birds to spread the virus to each other and domestic birds in their paths. An avian flu strain is becoming a cause for concern as it spills over into mammalian species. If we don’t solve the problem across the globe, we’re going to continue to have that risk.”A dead pelican, possibly infected with H5N1 avian flu is seen in Lima, Peru on Dec. 7, 2022.

Source: Huffington Post February 05, 2023 02:24 UTC