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Whau Valley Dam closed after 25 birds died from avian botulism; similar outbreak in February; water safe, but pets at risk.
Whau Valley Dam in Whangārei, Northland, is temporarily closed after 25 dead birds, likely from avian botulism, were found.
The outbreak follows a similar incident in early February at Ngunguru, where about 170 ducks, including threatened species, died.
Authorities ruled out bird flu, confirmed dam water is safe and treated, and are monitoring sites for new deaths.
Volunteers rescued and treated around 10 birds.
Pets may be at risk if they eat contaminated animals.
A new management plan is being developed, and the public is urged to keep pets away from water and report dead birds.
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La presa del valle de Whau se cerró después de que 25 aves murieran de botulismo aviar; brote similar en febrero; agua segura, pero las mascotas en riesgo.