A deadly type of bird flu has been confirmed on the mainland of Antarctica for the first time, scientists said, a potential risk for the southern region's huge penguin colonies. "This discovery demonstrates for the first time that the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza virus has reached Antarctica despite the distance and natural barriers that separate
Experts confirmed the first case of bird flu on the mainland of Antarctica. Read more here. Officials have confirmed that bird flu has spread to mainland Antarctica for the first time.
Antarctica scientists confirmed bird influenza has reached the mainland after dead birds tested positive for the virus. Concerns over it spreading are due to birds tendencies to colonize.
(CTN News) - Scientists have confirmed a deadly form of bird flu on Antarctica's mainland for the first time, a risk to the huge penguin colonies there.