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Caring for the world's fastest falcon means preparing for bird flu

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# Peregrine Falcons and Eagles Face Bird Flu Risk in Australia

Australia's native bird populations, particularly peregrine falcons and wedge-tailed eagles, are at risk of contracting a strain of bird flu that has recently arrived in the country. These species are among the first native animals expected to be vulnerable to the disease.

The arrival of bird flu in Australia has prompted concerns about its potential impact on the nation's wildlife. Peregrine falcons, known as the world's fastest birds, and wedge-tailed eagles represent significant species that could be affected by the virus. Preparations are underway to address the potential spread of the disease among these vulnerable native species.

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