Bird flu cases rise in Nepal, only zoo shut
Summary
Nepal faces a rising bird flu outbreak affecting poultry, leading to the culling of over 596,000 birds and closure of Kathmandu's only zoo due to infections among animals and birds.
Key Points
- Nepal is experiencing a surge in bird flu cases since March 18, 2024, affecting 11 districts.
- Over 596,000 poultry have been culled and more than a million eggs destroyed to contain the virus.
- The outbreak has been severe in the Kathmandu Valley, prompting closure of the capital's only zoo.
- The virus is suspected to be spreading via crows, which makes control difficult due to their wild nature.
