The bird flu outbreak has now started spreading to humans as well. Recently, two unusual cases of bird flu in humans have been reported – one from Mexico, where a new strain infected a man and the other from West Bengal, India, where a virus strain infected a child. The Mexican patient died of bird flu, while the Indian child survived the infection.

Recently the whole world has faced the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. Now the cases of bird flu have forced many people to think. It is being considered the next threat. According to TOI report (Reference), former CDC director Robert Redfield has suggested that ‘bird flu’ could potentially be the next pandemic. Bird flu is likely to have a much higher mortality rate than COVID-19. The mortality rate for COVID-19 was 0.6 percent, while the mortality rate for bird flu could be as high as 25 to 50 percent.

Till now this virus was spreading in birds and animals but now it has started spreading in humans as well. This virus has been detected in cattle in many countries including America. Actually, bird flu was detected around 1878 and by October 2022 it was declared the biggest avian flu epidemic ever in Europe. Let us know in which animals and birds this virus has been found.

Wild Foxes and Great Skuas (May – July 2021)

During an outbreak among wild birds, wild fox pups at a rehabilitation center in the Netherlands tested positive for the virus. Great skuas, a type of seabird in Scotland, have also been found to have the virus.

Ducks and Black-backed Gull (November – December 2021)

In Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, it was detected in poultry and a great black-backed gull. Meanwhile, four ducks killed by hunters in North and South Carolina tested positive for the virus.

Turkeys and sea lions (January – February 2022)

On February 9, 2022, an outbreak was reported among turkeys at a poultry farm in the United States. Meanwhile, sea lions that died in Peru tested positive for the virus.

Bald eagle and red fox (April – September 2022)

The deaths of bald eagles began in the US. At least 88 mammals have been found to have the virus in the US, including harbor seals, red foxes, skunks and a bottlenose dolphin.

Black Bears and Wild Geese (2022–2023)

The virus has been found in more than two dozen mammals, including a black bear and a mountain lion in Alaska. A dog died in Canada after chewing on a wild goose. The virus has also been found in elephant seals and fur seals in Antarctica.

Goat and Cow ( March – April 2024)

A farm where a flock of chickens had tested positive for the virus first detected infection in young goats. Farms in Kansas and Texas first detected the virus in dairy cows.

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How to prevent bird flu

Wash hands frequently, especially with soap and water, after you come in contact with birds or their feces.
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.
Throw used tissues immediately into a closed container.
Avoid contact with sick people.
Do not touch wild birds, especially dead or sick birds.
Take precautions when raising domestic poultry, including isolating sick birds and handling them safely.
Avoid bird markets and other places where there may be crowds of birds.
Cook poultry and eggs thoroughly, so they reach 71 °C (160 °F) internally.
Do not consume raw or undercooked poultry or eggs.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always contact your doctor for more information.

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The next pandemic will be Bird Flu, mortality rate will be 25-50%? If you love your life, then stay away from these 12 birds and animals