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Martha Perkins

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May 19, 2022, 1:06:54 AM5/19/22
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Hello neighbors,

Pass the word: here is another reason to not feed wild ducks at the pond.  Be well, Mart
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SALEM, Ore. - Canada goose goslings collected from Alton Baker Park in Eugene tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza, state wildlife officials said.

"A larger outbreak is suspected as more sick and dead waterfowl have been observed at the park," the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife said. "A red-tailed hawk from Eugene and an osprey collected
from Dorena Reservoir (east of Cottage Grove) May 10 have also tested positive."

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The cases are the first confirmed in wild birds in Oregon.

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Earlier this month, birds in a backyard flock in Linn County tested positive for the virus - the first confirmed cases in Oregon since 2015.

The risk posed by bird flu to human health is low, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

"The only known human case involving infection and illness was someone involved in the culling of presumptively infected poultry at a commercial farm in Colorado, according to the Colorado Department
of Public Health and Environment," according to ODFW.

But the new cases signal a need for the public to increase their vigilance - and take steps not to facilitate the spread of the disease through human actions.

"With the detections this week, it is more important than ever to avoid close contact with waterfowl (ducks and geese) this spring and summer," according to ODFW. "This includes feeding waterfowl
which congregates susceptible birds and enables the disease to spread between birds more easily."

If you see sick or dead wild birds, do not touch them. Report the sighting to ODFW at 866-968-2600 or by email at Wildlif...@odfw.oregon.gov.

"ODFW staff will be conducting surveillance and collecting/testing sick and dead wild birds to monitor for the presence of the disease," the agency said. "Also note that Oregon’s wildlife
rehabilitators are not accepting sick ducks and geese at this time in order to protect other avian patients and education birds in their care."

Backyard bird owners should take steps to separate their flock from the wild and prevent exposure. If domesticated birds fall ill or die, the state asks you to call 503-986-4711 or1-800-347-7028.

"Turkey hunting season is currently open in Oregon and it is possible for turkeys to become infected with avian flu," according to ODFW. "Waterfowl hunting seasons begin in fall and run through
January. The risk of the disease spreading to a hunter is low but hunters should always wear gloves, thoroughly sanitize equipment that comes into contact with wild birds, cook birds to an internal
temperature of 165 degrees and never consume a bird that appears sick or is found dead." | Learn more on the ODFW website

One positive note - and a word of caution:

"This strain of avian flu is not known to be a threat to songbirds, but keep your bird feeders clean and take them down if you see sick or dead birds near your feeder or in your neighborhood," ODFW
said. | Learn more on the ODFW website
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Molly Monroe

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May 19, 2022, 2:38:59 PM5/19/22
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"All poultry enthusiasts are welcome to attend a free online webinar to learn about the Avian Flu, an infectious viral disease affecting birds. Dr. Ryan Scholz, ODA State Veterinarian will be sharing information about the potential risk in Oregon and practices to help protect your flocks. There will be a Q&A following the presentation. To join us on Thursday, May 19, 6-7 PM, please register at https://beav.es/iwh ".



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