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Bird Flu Threatens Tasmania’s Wildlife | Adelaide News
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H5N1 bird flu has arrived in Tasmania, sparking urgent action to protect its unique and vulnerable wildlife—from Tasmanian devils and critically endangered orange-bellied parrots to penguins and seals. Scientists are rolling out targeted vaccines for some species, especially the parrots, while others like penguins will rely on habitat protection. With seals facing massive mortality risks in past outbreaks, efforts now focus on boosting wild population resilience. Every step is critical as these animals, many already teetering on extinction, confront a new, deadly threat.
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