‘Devastating’: Western Australia fears a black swan moment as bird flu threatens flagship species
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Source: Guardian Australia
Published: 2026-08-23 06:00 UTC+10:00
Section: Western Australia
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Australia, World News
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The state’s bird emblem is an indicator species for H5N1, with high visibility populations and low survival rates. Experts are warning of ‘significant mortality’
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