Avian Influenza | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Avian influenza, or "bird flu," is a contagious viral disease of domestic and wild birds. It's a major threat to the poultry industry, animal health, trade, and the economy worldwide. Caused by …
2022–2024 Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Feb 9, 2022 · With the recent detections of the Eurasian H5 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should …
Confirmations of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Commercial …
Jun 20, 2024 · APHIS confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial flock in the United States on February 8, 2022. Since then, we have worked swiftly to identify and …
HPAI in Livestock | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Dec 20, 2024 · Enhanced testing helps combat H5N1 avian influenza. Learn About USDA's National Milk Testing Strategy
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Emergency Response - Animal …
Jan 16, 2025 · The materials on this page are specific to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). You can use these tools and resources to prepare for and respond to an outbreak of …
Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Wild Birds
Jan 15, 2025 · Wild birds can be infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and show no signs of illness. They can carry the disease to new areas when migrating, potentially …
Wild Bird Avian Influenza Surveillance Dashboard - Animal and …
Jul 16, 2024 · Wild Bird Avian Influenza Surveillance. Last Modified: July 16, 2024. Print. aphis.usda.gov. An official website of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Tools. Agricultural …
Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Mammals
Jan 8, 2025 · There are many species that are potentially susceptible to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). In addition to birds and poultry, H5N1 viruses have been detected in some …
APHIS Announces Updates to Indemnity Program for Highly …
WASHINGTON, December 30, 2024 – As part of its ongoing efforts to stop the further spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and give farmers tools to help combat the disease, …
Highly pathogenic avian influenza is extremely contagious and deadly to domestic poultry. If we find it in the United States, we must quickly eradicate the disease to protect our Nation’s flocks …