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The threat the H5N1 avian flu poses to Australia and New Zealand's unique wildlife

NPR | By Kristina Kukolja
Published August 18, 2026 at 3:25 PM MDT

After killing millions of animals worldwide, the highly contagious H5N1 avian flu has arrived in Australia and New Zealand. Experts warn it could push some unique and native species to extinction.

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