Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is a strain of the influenza virus that primarily infects birds, but can also infect humans. The virus is highly contagious and can be deadly.
Grizzly Bear adult running out of woods, Montana, USA, October, controlled subject. Park officials in Montana say three juvenile grizzly bears tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza last fall., the three bears — one near Augusta, one near Dupuyer, and another near Kalispell — were observed in poor condition.
The bears exhibited disorientation and partial blindness, among other neurological issues. The animals were euthanized due to their sickness and poor condition. , HPAI is a strain of the influenza virus that primarily infects birds, but can also infect humans. The virus is highly contagious and can be deadly.A grizzly bear cub was captured with a discarded face mask in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.
"We suspect these mammals probably get the virus from consuming infected birds," said FWP wildlife veterinarian Jennifer Ramsey.spreading to humans to be very low, FWP says Montana residents should take precautions when handling game birds, sick or dead birds and mammals they find. They also suggest, whenever possible, avoiding contact with sick or dead wildlife.
Park officials said these are the first documented cases of HPAI in grizzly bears. A fox and a skunk in Montana tested positive for HPAI last year. In addition, the virus has been found in raccoons, black bears and a coyote in other states and countries.
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