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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (81): H5N1, India, Delhi zoo
Avian Influenza H5N1 -- IndiaThe zoo in the Indian capital Delhi has been temporarily closed after at least 9 birds died of suspected bird flu. Zoo officials have said tests on 2 of the carcasses had confirmed H5N1 avian influenza. The other bodies have also been sent for testing.The zoo curator said that the zoo was only shut as a precautionary measure and would reopen in a few days. Curator, Riaz Khan, told reporters that the casualties included ducks, pelicans and painted storks.Delhi's zoo is Read more [...]
