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S.O.S. OPERATIONS AND THE REGIONAL OUTBREAK OF BIRD FLU

IF YOU FIND AN INJURED BIRD OF PREY, it may be infected with the disease.
These are the obvious signs of a bird which may have contracted Avian Influenza:

• the bird is unsteady on its feet, falling sideways or backwards when observed (or unable to control its lower body)?

• the bird is showing head tremors or seizure-like movements?

• the bird is swollen in the face, under the eyes, or has an overly 'puffy' appearance around the head?

• is the bird appearing drunk, or has limited visual capabilities?

• Is the bird struggling to breathe or expelling fluid from the mouth and/or nose?

• Has the bird been found local to large collections of waterfowl and/or poultry or wildfowl?

• Has the bird been found near or around other deceased wild birds?

If yes to any of the questions above, please do NOT touch or remove the bird from its location, but make every effort to report it to the relevant governing body such as DEFRA or APHA by calling 03459 335577.

If the bird is not showing any of the above symptoms, please contact us at 03456 807 897 to arrange to bring it to the Sanctuary for examination and treatment.

IF YOU FIND A *DEAD BIRD* OF PREY PLEASE REPORT IT TO APHA or DEFRA by calling 03459 335577.