Think bird flu only affects birds? Think again! Avian influenza is spreading fast and it’s impacting animals, food security, and even human health. Here are 4 reasons why you should care. More info: https://www.fao.org/animal-health/animal-diseases/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza/en | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

This is what bird flu might look like — What’s Actually True? • Bird flu viruses have existed since the 1800s. • This newer bird flu strain, highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1), has been circulating since the early 2020s. • Outbreaks in poultry have been documented worldwide. • Human cases, while rare, have occurred. • Scientists monitor strains closely because viruses can mutate. So why are so many birds dying on Long Island? We are currently seeing a significant increase in deceased wat