Bird flu (avian influenza)
Why bird flu is monitored
Bird flu can cause severe disease and high death rates in captive birds and domestic poultry.
This can impact on the production of poultry meat and eggs and severely compromise the welfare of affected birds.
Current situation
The avian influenza protection zone was lifted on 4 June 2026.
What bird keepers must do
Bird keepers should continue to practice good biosecurity and remain vigilant for signs of disease.
If you suspect your birds have bird flu you must by law report it to the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).