Germany: Avian Influenza Outbreaks in Germany
Germany has reported an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) of the subtype H5N8 among wild birds in Schleswig-Holstein (North Germany) on Nov, 8 2016, followed by BadenWuerttemberg (North-West Germany) on Nov, 9 2016. The veterinary authorities placed restrictions on poultry establishments in the affected areas immediately. In addition, free-range birds and zoo animals are required to be kept indoors.