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Two posters for land managers and local authorities to use in areas that have outbreaks of bird flu in wild birds.

Poster 1: bird flu has been detected in this area

This poster says:

• keep to the footpath, with dogs on leads
• do not feed wild waterfowl
• do not pick up or touch dead or sick wild birds
• do not touch wild bird feathers or surfaces contaminated with wild bird droppings
• if you keep poultry or other birds, wash your hands, clean and disinfect your footwear before tending to your birds

Please report to the Defra helpline on 03459 335577 if you find:

• a single bird of prey (including owls)
• 3 or more dead wild waterfowl (swans, geese, or ducks) or gulls
• 5 or more dead birds of any species

APHA may collect some dead birds for surveillance testing. Otherwise, birds can be disposed of safely, if necessary, by the local authority or landowners.

Poster 2: do not risk spreading bird flu

This poster says:

• keep to the footpath, with dogs on leads
• do not pick up or touch dead or sick wild birds
• do not touch wild bird feathers or surfaces contaminated with wild bird droppings
• if you keep poultry or other birds, wash your hands, clean and disinfect your footwear before tending to your birds

Please report to the Defra helpline on 03459 335577 if you find:

• a single bird of prey (including owls)
• 3 or more dead wild waterfowl (swans, geese, or ducks) or gulls
• 5 or more dead birds of any species

APHA may collect some dead birds for surveillance testing. Otherwise, birds can be disposed of safely, if necessary, by the local authority or landowners.