The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has been monitoring the outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Wyoming’s wild birds since mid-March. Both wild and domestic birds have been infected across the state. While reports of wild birds dying from bird flu have been decreasing in some parts of the state, there are still some areas, such as near Pinedale, and in particular Soda Lake, that are still collecting and reporting a high number of dead birds.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza is considered a zoonotic disease, which means the virus can be transmitted to people. Game and Fish reminds the public to not touch or handle sick or dead birds, and to not allow domestic animals like dogs and cats to feed on sick or dead wild birds. To report clusters of dead birds contact the nearest Game and Fish Regional Office.
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