Bird flu crisis will get to the stage where 'all we can do is euthanase', vets warn

Veterinarians in Australia have warned that the ongoing H5 bird flu crisis risks reaching a point where mass euthanasia will be the only viable option for affected wild birds. The arrival of the virus has placed unprecedented demands on veterinary professionals who argue that treating sick wildlife is now more crucial than ever.

However, without adequate assistance and resources to manage the surging caseload, practitioners fear they will be forced to euthanise animals that could otherwise be successfully treated and saved.