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Asia February 23, 2023

11-year-old Cambodian girl dies from bird flu in country's first known human infection since 2014

A girl from Cambodia died from bird flu on Wednesday. The girl had a 102 degree fever, a cough, and throat pain. This is the first known human case in the country since 2014.

South America February 21, 2023

Bird flu kills sea lions and thousands of pelicans in Peru's protected areas

The bird flu is killing sea lions and thousands of pelicans in protected areas of Peru. Government data suggests that nearly 63,000 birds have been killed from the H5N1 strain.

Arizona February 20, 2023

Arizona aquarium celebrates hatching of 3 endangered African penguin chicks

Three African penguins were hatched at an aquarium in Arizona. African penguins are endangered, making the newborns genetically valuable to the species.

West Virginia February 20, 2023

West Virginia avian center helps bald eagle fly again following injury

A bald eagle was badly injured on a fence in West Virginia. It seemed unlikely the bird would fly again, however, an avian rehab center stepped in to help the eagle regain its flight

US February 20, 2023

Ongoing bird flu has cost the government around $661 million, added to consumers' pain at the grocery store

Bird Flu outbreaks across the United States have cost the government around $661 million. There is little farmers can do other than the steps they have already taken to avoid the virus.

GREAT OUTDOORS February 17, 2023

Alaskan bald eagles win National Geographic's first 'Pictures of the Year' photo contest with stunning image

A stunning image of America’s birds at the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve in Alaska has been named the winner of National Geographic’s first-ever 'Pictures of the Year' photo contest.

Viruses February 17, 2023

Global bird flu alarm prompts countries to reconsider once-shunned vaccines

After years of culling and locking up birds, farmers still see waves of deadly bird flu outbreaks. ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ and more countries are now reconsidering their previous opposition to vaccines

Health February 17, 2023

Could a bird flu pandemic spread to humans? Here’s what you need to know

As bird flu sweeps the nation, infectious disease experts say human transmission is rare -- but authorities are watching the situation closely.

Maine February 13, 2023

Maine wildlife authorities find 6 dead wild ducks that tested positive for bird flu

Wildlife authorities in Maine said Friday that six dead wild ducks tested positive for bird flu. Officials warned the public to be cautious of bird waste.

Birds February 10, 2023

Biggest penguin in history was 'monster bird,' weighed over 300 pounds

A team of international researchers announced the discovery of Kumimanu fordycei, what may have been the largest penguin ever to have lived, and another new species.

New York February 9, 2023

NYC bird-smuggling 'kingpin' gets year in prison

Insaf Ali, 62, has been sentenced to a year and a day in prison for repeated attempts to smuggle finches from Guyana into New York for birdsong competitions.