Australia confirms fifth H5N1 case with giant petrel testing negative
Australia confirmed its fifth H5N1 case following a giant petrel discovery on Johanna Beach on Saturday. Preliminary tests showed the bird did not carry the virus, alleviating fears of its spread to a third state. Authorities emphasize that infections have so far been limited to wild migratory seabirds, with ongoing monitoring in place.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 06:16 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 06:20 UTC
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