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Susceptible species are poultry, including turkeys, ducks, geese, ornamental waterfowl and gamebirds. All flocks of over 50 birds must be registered with Defra, while smaller back yard flocks are exempt from this ruling.


of access to food and water by wild birds, and reducing human and vehicular traffic between sites where poultry are housed. To date, this ruling does not apply to


parrots or birds of prey, but the situation will be updated on a daily basis, especially if the virus crosses our shores. The thirty-day ruling may also be extended if required. Please keep an eye on our website/facebook page, or www.gov.uk. However, it is still sensible to take precautions, by bringing your


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birds into closed buildings where possible, or covering their aviaries with Perspex or plastic sheeting, as well as noting the biosecurity methods noted above. Be vigilant and careful, but don’t panic!


Any findings of dead wild waterfowl (swans, ducks, geese, gulls) or groups of more than 5 other wild bird species must be reported to the Defra helpline at 03459 335577. Further updates will be posted as we have them. Alan K Jones BVetMed MRCVS (7 Dec 2016)


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