Stay away from sick or dead birds

Stay away from sick or dead birds
Many countries around us are currently plagued by bird flu
All birds can get bird flu, including chickens, geese and ducks
 
16.08.2021 - 16:46

If you come across a sick or dead bird, do not touch it; you should instead report the bird to Food and Veterinary Authority HFS.

The appeal comes as many of our neighbouring countries, including the Shetland Islands, are currently plagued by the avian influenza virus, which has never been detected in the Faroes.

To reduce the risk of this spread, the Faroes have a ban on importing live birds and eggs for hatching.

All birds can get the flu

Bird flu spreads between birds and from birds to humans. Exposure to birds, bird faeces or feathers is the most likely way for a human to catch bird flu; however, the risk of bird-to-human transmission is considered to be relatively low.

The avian influenza virus can survive in the environment for more than 50 days.

Common symptoms for infected birds are reduced appetite, a swollen head and breathing difficulties.

 

Read the Faroese version of this article here.

Translated by prosa.fo.

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