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A rare H5N1 bird flu case in an endangered Hawaiian duck raises concerns for native species.
A third possible case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) has been detected in an endangered Koloa Maoli duck on Kauaʻi, found sick at Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge on November 26 and dying within 24 hours.
Preliminary tests confirmed an influenza A virus, with final subtype results pending at the National Veterinary Services Laboratories.
This marks the first suspected H5N1 case in a native Hawaiian bird, likely introduced by infected migratory waterfowl.
State agencies are monitoring the situation closely, warning of risks to endangered waterbird populations.
Human infections are rare but possible with close contact.
Officials urge the public to report sick or dead birds and avoid handling them.
Un raro caso de gripe aviar H5N1 en un pato hawaiano en peligro de extinción suscita preocupaciones para las especies nativas.