In a first, a polar bear has died of avian flu in the Arctic

Category : Wildlife | Location : International  | Posted on 2024-01-05 01:44:14

A death of a polar bear due to avian flu has been reported near Utqiagvik in Alaska’s northernmost community, Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation has informed.

The death of the polar bear was confirmed in December 2023, after the samples of polar bear tissues collected showed the presence of a virus. The department shared the findings.

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/video/wildlife-and-biodiversity/in-a-first-a-polar-bear-has-died-of-avian-flu-in-the-arctic-93723