A popular aviary centre has closed after an outbreak of avian flu.
Botanic Gardens aviaries in Southport closed their doors yesterday in response to the latest outbreak of bird flu. Mandatory housing measures for all poultry and captive birds are to be introduced to all areas of England from Monday, 7 November.
The news comes as the United Kingdom has faced its largest-ever outbreak of avian influenza with over 200 cases confirmed since late October 2021. Risk to bird populations across the country has been deemed "very high".
