Report signs of bird flu
If you notice sick or dead birds or other animals, do not touch them or get too close. Take photos if safe to do so, note your location and report it.
Call the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
What you can do
Pets
Bird flu can infect other animals. Know how to protect your pets and the signs of disease.
Backyard chickens and other birds
Simple steps to help you protect your chickens and other birds from bird flu.
Wildlife
What to look for while you’re out and about, and information for wildlife carers.
Poultry and livestock farmers
On-farm biosecurity measures for producers.
First Nations peoples
Ways that First Nations communities can protect against bird flu.
About bird flu
What is H5 bird flu and how it spreads.
H5 bird flu events in wildlife
576
*Positive events
46,391
Hotline reports
Data current as of 4.00pm AEST, 15 September 2026.
*From 12 August 2026, we have changed how we report on H5 bird flu detections. Reporting will be based on events, rather than individual detections. The new number of positive events captures all previously reported individual confirmed detections.
Health and consumer advice
Food labelling
Changes to free range chicken meat and egg labelling.
Vets
Vets play a crucial role in early detection and reporting of bird flu.
Human health
Visit the Centre for Disease Control website for advice.