Get the Facts about Bird Flu on Cape Cod

Bird Flu has been found on Cape Cod beginning in February of 2022, and continues to present itself in wild birds. While it does not pose an immediate health threat to people, it does spread easily among wild birds, poultry, and domestic birds. We’ve put together a fact sheet to answer your questions and be a useful guide to keep pets, humans and wild and domestic birds safe from the spread of this disease. Be sure to call us if you see sick or injured birds, and follow safety guidelines if you will be handling birds.

If you find a sick or injured bird please contact our Wildlife Helpline: 508-240-2255.

To report deceased birds: Report Birds – Mass.gov

Resources:

Click here for the Barnstable County Facts about Bird Flu

Click here to Download Wild Care’s Bird Flu Fact Sheet

What to know about the risks of the bird flu outbreak –  NPR Article, 04/5/24

Click here for Tufts Wildlife Clinic Precautions for Avian Influenza (Transporting sick wildlife)

Click here to WATCH Lower Cape TV’s video with facts about Bird Flu (2022).

Click here to follow the USDA’s guidelines on protecting your flock if you have poultry at home

Click here to read the “Current U.S. Bird Flu Situation in Humans” (CDC)