Sea lions infected with bird flu: more than 140 animals have died due to the epidemic

A An outbreak of bird flu has affected sea lions off the Atlantic coast of Argentina. The Senate reported that 145 samples had died from the flu. They asked to avoid bringing animals close to ports and beaches to prevent the spread of the virus.

“”, explained Vicente Ray PidkovaSenasa Veterinarian.

Among the recommendations for combating infectious diseases, the following stand out: Do not go to places with suspected cases, Especially animals that may be vectors.also Avoid direct contact with wild birds, or contact with symptomatic mammals.

“return avoid contact with the secretions of these animalsusually co-exists”, he commented keep up go through Radio University.

He also announced that Senasa is working with various agencies in the region to prevent the spread of the infectious disease. He added: “These dead animals have to be buried properly so they don’t spread to other animals.”

One of the hypotheses they dealt with from state agencies is contagion from ingestion of infected birds. Even the attitude of mammals towards sea lions. “We haven’t delved into that last case yet,” he said.