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Australia reports first mammal bird flu case
Australia confirmed its first case of H5 bird flu in a mammal after a long-nosed fur seal was found dead in South Australia.
The case marks an expected but dreaded advance of the virus beyond birdlife.
Scientists warned that the spread to mammals could have serious implications for wildlife and potentially humans.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
South Australia
State of Australia
State of Australia
Influenza A virus subtype H5N1
Subtype of influenza A virus
Subtype of influenza A virus
Avian influenza
Influenza caused by viruses adapted to birds
Influenza caused by viruses adapted to birds