Avian flu outbreak
07 June 2022 at 15:20:57
The Comhairle is aware that an unusually high number of dead seabirds are being seen on local beaches throughout the islands.
The current avian flu outbreak is affecting wild bird colonies, especially sea birds. If you come across any dead wild birds, such as ducks, swans and geese, gulls, gannets, or birds of prey - or five or more other types of birds dead in one location - do not touch the carcasses or try and remove it yourself. Any findings of dead birds in these circumstances should be reported to the Defra helpline on 03459 33 55 77. The following link contains more information:
https://www.gov.scot/publications/avian-influenza-bird-flu/pages/dead-or-sick-wild-birds-what-to-do
If you keep poultry, including game birds, pets or other captive birds you should take steps now to review your biosecurity. This is particularly important if you are in or close to a higher risk area. More information can be obtained by following the link below:
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