Bird flu outbreak kills 6,000 birds in El Morro reserve

Avian influenza outbreak in mangrove ecoregion Moro peopleThe situation in the rural parish of Guayaquil is far from over.

Ministry of Environment confirms Number of dead birds found around refuge reaches 6,000they are mainly a group of frigatebirds, and cases are no longer only found on Mangocito Island, where the first case was discovered, but also near the Cerro el Muerto lagoon.

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This is the first time such a case has occurred Avian Influenza In El Morro, fishermen in the area raised the alarm two weeks ago.What causes Boat tours to Bird Island suspended indefinitely.

According to the operator, the commune has 30 boats responsible for the three-hour trip, which includes a visit to the island of Los Pajaros, where visitors can hike and take part in bird watching. This 35,000-hectare reserve is home to frigates, pink herons and boobieswait.

although, They continue to take samples at the site and conduct final disposal of dead wildlife

. Due to this health alert, provincial COEs remain on precautionary activation.

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If you find a sick or dead species, The community is urged to avoid approaching or manipulating them..

Similarly, he Ministry of Environment confirms detection of bird flu in Crucita and Chalapoto, Manabiafter the dead bird appears.

therefore, Monitoring protocol has been started Used to collect samples for analysis.

Professionals – including biologists, veterinarians and technicians – monitor beaches to Strengthen biosecurity and mitigate the impact of viruses in these communities.

In addition, the Environment Ministry urged the Sucre municipality to restrict access to the La Boca de San Jacinto beach area for eight days.

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