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In Côtes-d'Armor, the corpse of a gull carrying avian flu discovered in Hillion

It was found on Bon-Abri beach, in Hillion (Côtes-d’Armor). The gendarmerie reminds that in such a case, it is advisable to notify the French Biodiversity Office and above all not to touch the animal.

West France
Jerom FOUQUET.
Published on 06/12/2024 at 6:39 p.m.

It was a guard from the Saint-Brieuc Bay nature reserve (Côtes-d'Armor) who raised the alarm. On Wednesday June 5, 2024, the corpse of a gull was discovered on Bon-Abri beach, in Hillion.

Analyzes carried out on the bird revealed the presence of the avian flu virus. This virus is usually spread through contact with infected birds...

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New case of bird flu detected in the Channel

Granville
From Pierre Coquelin
Monday, July 8, 2024 at 11:38 a.m.
By France Blue Cotentin

The Manche prefecture reported on Monday that a case of bird flu was discovered at the end of June on the body of a herring gull at the commercial port of Granville. This is the third case recorded in the department in 2024.

Avian flu continues to circulate in the Manche department. This Monday, the prefecture announced the discovery of a new case in the southern Manche. On June 28, 2024, the body of a herring gull carrying the highly pathogenic virus in wildlife was discovered at the commercial port of Granville. Laboratory analyses were conducted and confirmed that the animal was carrying avian influenza. "This is the third case recorded in 2024 in the Manche department after two others detected at the very beginning of the year ," the prefecture said. Other contaminations have been detected in seabirds in the Côtes d'Armor in recent weeks.

Third confirmed case since the start of 2024 in the Channel

The Manche prefecture therefore calls on breeders to be cautious and to implement their biosecurity plan.
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A case of avian influenza in a seagull detected in Granville

A seagull was found dead in June 2024 in Granville (Manche). Analyses showed that the animal succumbed to avian influenza contamination.

West France
Marie CAROF-GADEL .
Published on07/08/2024 at 11:11

The Manche prefecture is warning about the discovery of a case of avian influenza in the department. "A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wildlife has been confirmed in a herring gull ( Larus argentatus ) discovered dead at the commercial port of Granville on June 28, 2024. The bird's body was taken in charge by the French Office for Biodiversity and sent to the LABEO laboratory."


This is the third case recorded in 2024 in the Manche department after the two cases detected at the very beginning of the year on a gull and a black-headed gull . "After a few cases on seabirds in Côtes-d'Armor in recent weeks, this new case confirms the persistence of the circulation of the virus in wild birds."

“Implementation of procedures”

Safety measures are therefore recommended. "In view of the health situation, the prefect of Manche calls on professional breeders to ensure the proper implementation of the procedures in their biosecurity plan. He also invites individuals who own poultry or birds to apply the following measures: ensure that their poultry or birds do not come into direct contact with poultry or other captive birds from professional farms; ensure that the supply of food and drinking water is protected from wild birds; protect and store new litter away from humidity and any contamination; in the event of abnormal mortality, contact an authorized veterinarian; isolate and protect any carcasses before removing them."

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Concern after bird found dead near lake in Pyrenees infected with avian flu

A carcass of a crane infected with bird flu was found near a lake in the Hautes-Pyrénées.


Written by Aude Henry
Published on11/21/2024 at 5:09 p.m.
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This is the first case of the season recorded in the Hautes-Pyrénées. During this migratory period for birds, a common crane, infected with the avian influenza virus, was found dead near the lake of Puydarrieux.

" It has been confirmed that a common crane found dead this month near Lake Puydarrieux was infected with the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus ," informed the prefect of Hautes-Pyrénées on November 21, 2024. As a reminder, France has been placed at high risk since November 9.

First wild case in Occitania

The circulation of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in avifauna is currently experiencing strong dynamics. And it is often favored by the migration of birds such as common cranes. In the fall, the species reaches distant lands by crossing the Pyrenees.

This November, a specimen of this largest bird in Europe was found dead near Lake Puydarrieux, in the north-east of the Hautes-Pyrénées department. The authorities have just confirmed that this common crane was infected with the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus.

Wildlife rescue centre restricts activities

The risk of avian flu is attracting a lot of attention in Occitanie. " On the coast, we are also in an area classified as a special risk zone (ZRP) ", recalls the wildlife conservation center - LPO Occitanie, based in Hérault. Result: the reception of the species most at risk is completely suspended. This concerns larids (gulls, seagulls, etc.) and anatidae (ducks, swans, geese, etc.)

" For medium-risk species such as other water birds, corvids and ornithophagous diurnal raptors, only individuals without any suspicious symptoms can be taken in, and this with a very strict protocol. Exceptions are only possible for rare and endangered species, with the agreement of our managers ," the wildlife rescue center further explains.

15 outbreaks detected to date in France

The Hautes-Pyrénées prefecture would like to point out that 15 outbreaks of avian flu have been detected in France to date. " Two of which were recently detected in vaccinated duck farms in the neighbouring department of Landes. " Proof that vaccination is not sufficient in all cases to prevent the introduction of the virus and of the need to apply the reinforced measures planned according to the level of risk.

France has been classified at high level since November 8, several reinforced measures must be implemented, among which, " the sheltering of poultry, the protection of their food and their watering ."

The authorities also point out that the virus, which is currently circulating in France and 24 other European countries , " exclusively affects birds ". It is not transmissible to humans through the consumption of poultry meat, eggs, foie gras and more generally any food product.

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Contaminated swan corpses discovered in Ain, bird flu is back

Written by Dolores Mazzola And Fatima Bouyablane
Published on07/12/2024 at 3:47 p.m.
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On December 4, 2024, twelve swans infected with the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus were found dead on the Moulin Pond in Condeissiat. "This event highlights the urgency of preventing the spread of this virus in wildlife and livestock," said the Ain prefecture.

Avian flu has made a comeback in Ain, particularly in Dombes, a transit area for many migratory birds. This area with a thousand ponds is classified as a Special Risk Zone (ZRP).

Twelve swans infected with the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus were found dead on the Moulin Pond in Condeissiat in the middle of the week.

Health instructions for livestock farms

Since the beginning of November, France has moved to a high risk level (decree of October 31, 2024). Mayors, breeders, private owners and walkers are called upon to strictly respect strict health instructions to protect livestock and limit risks.

In a press release, the Ain prefecture recalls the mandatory instructions in force in places where poultry and game birds are kept. Measures intended to protect farms.

These are primarily measures of confinement or mandatory sheltering of poultry. Confinement or protection by nets is required for establishments holding fewer than 50 poultry. In addition, food and water points must be protected to avoid any contact with wild fauna.

The movement of people and vehicles around the farms is restricted. The authorities recommend strict compliance with health barriers (disinfection of vehicles, change of clothing and shoes before accessing the breeding areas). Finally, breeders must immediately report any abnormal mortality, morbidity, drop in laying or drop in consumption to the veterinarian.

"In the event of an outbreak of HPAI (highly pathogenic avian influenza) in a farm, compliance with these measures is an essential condition for receiving compensation from the State," recalls the Ain prefecture.

Recommendations around ponds

Finally, the authorities recommend not to touch or collect the carcasses of wild birds. For any intervention, the SAGIR network must be contacted.
The Ain prefecture also asks nature users, and particularly those who are in contact with farms, to avoid frequenting ponds where contaminated migratory birds gather.

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