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What is H5 bird flu?
H5 bird flu is the most serious type of bird flu. It mainly affects birds but can also infect some mammals. Human infection is rare.
This resource explains how it spreads and what to do if you see sick or dead animals: keep your distance, record details and take photos, and report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline.
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- Target audience:
- General
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- July 2026
- Last reviewed:
- November 2026
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