Overview
- Zoo Leipzig said the confirmed case involves a dead Dalmatian pelican, with no additional deaths or detections reported so far.
- Flamingo Lagoon, Pongoland and the tropical Gondwanaland hall remain closed to visitors pending further lab results.
- Samples were collected from roughly 250 birds over the weekend, and authorities expect test results in the coming days.
- The zoo is coordinating closely with veterinary officials and has tightened hygiene measures to limit possible transmission routes.
- To offset closures, the zoo reduced entry to €12 for adults, €9 for children and €26 for families and kept the aquarium, new terrarium, Koala House and outdoor areas open.