Grey Heron tests positive for H5N1 virus
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The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said today (February 14) that a Grey Heron found in Lok Ma Chau was confirmed to be H5N1 positive after a series of laboratory tests.
The bird carcass was found and collected on February 8 near San Sam Road, Lok Ma Chau. The Grey Heron is a kind of waterbird and common winter visitor to Hong Kong.
A department spokesman reminded people to observe good personal hygiene.
"They should avoid personal contact with wild birds or live poultry and clean their hands thoroughly after coming into contact with them," he said.
Ends/Thursday, February 14, 2008
Issued at HKT 14:11
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