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Avian influenza alarm: Cranes in Koblenz infected – How to protect your poultry!
A crane with avian influenza was discovered on the Rhine near Koblenz. Biosecurity measures are now urgently needed.
Avian influenza alarm: Cranes in Koblenz infected – How to protect your poultry!
A dead crane was found on the banks of the Rhine in Koblenz that was infected with the pathogenAvian influenza(avian influenza virus H5N1). This is an alarming sign because the pathogen is continuing to spread among wild birds and poultry in Germany. The find was made by Ben Courier reported after thatRhineland-Palatinate State Investigation Officehas initiated an investigation that also includes other dead and diseased cranes in Thür and Bendorf. Samples were sent to the for confirmationFriedrich Loeffler Institute (FLI)sent; The results are expected in the next two days, with the FLI classifying the risk of the spread of avian influenza as high.
With autumn comes the time when an increased spread of the virus is expected. It is still unclear how the situation will develop, but hobby and leisure activities in particular must adapt to the new circumstances. TheMayen-Koblenz Veterinary Officehas therefore issued a list of protective measures that should be strictly observed in order to secure domestic poultry populations.
Protective measures for poultry farmers
A few simple but crucial steps can help protect poultry populations:
- Die Aufstallung des Geflügels, wo immer möglich.
- Fütterung an Stellen, die für Wildvögel unzugänglich sind.
- Wildvogelsichere Lagerung von Futter, Einstreu und Geräten.
- Frisches Leitungswasser für die Tränken verwenden.
- Keine Speisereste oder Grünfutter verfüttern.
- Eigene Kleidung und Schuhwerk im Stall verwenden.
- Regelmäßige Reinigung und Desinfektion von Gerätschaften vornehmen.
- Schadnagerbekämpfung durchführen.
- Quarantäne für neu zugekaufte Tiere einhalten.
- Zugang zur Geflügelhaltung sichern.
Thomas Brunnhübner, head of the veterinary service department, emphasizes compliance with these regulations Biosecurity measures there. These are crucial to protect the enclosures from INFECTION and ensure the health of the animals. In the event of suspected cases such as shortness of breath, apathy or sudden death, the veterinary office should be informed immediately.
There is also a low risk of human infection by the virus, provided hygiene rules are strictly adhered to. All poultry farmers are obliged to report their keeping to the veterinary office in order to ensure comprehensive monitoring of the situation.
Developments surrounding avian influenza continue to be closely monitored and it is recommended to use official communication channels to stay informed.