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Bird Flu Threatens Antarctica: '100% Kill Rate' Feared for Infected Fauna
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News18
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21-02-2026, 20:51
Bird Flu Threatens Antarctica: '100% Kill Rate' Feared for Infected Fauna
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A Chilean researcher warns of a bird flu strain in Antarctica capable of killing 100% of infected fauna.
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The lethal strain was identified in April 2024 in skuas and has since spread to other species.
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Cases have been found in Antarctic cormorants, kelp gulls, Adelie and gentoo penguins, and Antarctic fur seals.
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The virus has spread throughout the accessible Antarctic region, posing a severe threat to small populations.
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A global wave of bird flu since 2021 has already caused thousands of deaths, including Humboldt penguins in Chile.
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