Bird and animal centres in the area are taking steps to protect themselves from bird flu after several cases have been detected in the region. An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone was declared in the South West last month following a number of cases in poultry, wild and captive birds across Devon, Cornwall and parts of Somerset.
A popular zoo in Devon had to close after having a case confirmed on site. According to data from the Animal and Plant Health Agency, one case of bird flu has been identified in Bristol, with none detected in North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.
At the end of July, signs were spotted around Blaise Castle stating that the virus had been detected in the area and people were urged to take several precautions including keeping dogs on their leads. And, despite no cases having been detected in any centres in the area, measures are being taken to stop the disease from spreading.
