Elizabeth Cronin
North Dakota State University
Highly pathogenic avian influenza is a disease carried by wild birds that can affect domestic birds. Avian influenza is caused by the influenza Type A virus. The virus is shed in the feces and respiratory secretions of infected birds and is able to survive for weeks in cool damp environments.
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