Confirmed Bird Flu Outbreak Closes Nürnberg Zoo

Overview

• Tests confirmed that three storks from the Nürnberg Zoo died from the avian influenza virus shortly after being transported to an external facility.
• The Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute verified the positive test results for the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI).
• Local veterinary authorities have implemented measures to prevent the spread of the disease, including additional testing of vulnerable bird species and enhanced hygiene protocols for staff.
• The outbreak is not currently impacting regional poultry farms, but farmers have been advised to strictly follow biosecurity measures to protect their flocks.
• This marks a continuation of rising bird flu cases in Bavaria since October 2024, with earlier incidents reported in the Augsburg Zoo.