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Delhi Zoo Reopens Today After Two-Month Closure Due to Bird Flu Concerns
The Delhi zoo reopens today after a two-month closure due to concerns over avian influenza, with negative bird flu tests ensuring the safety of visitors.
- The Delhi zoo had been closed since August 30 due to an outbreak of avian influenza (H5N1) that resulted in the deaths of several water bird species.
- Following strict guidelines from the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, the National Zoological Park Delhi implemented protocols for sampling and controlling avian influenza.
- The zoos reopening allows visitors to observe various birds, including painted storks and black-headed ibises, now confirmed to be safe from avian influenza threats.
Why It Matters
The reopening of the National Zoological Park Delhi underscores the importance of effective animal husbandry practices in managing wildlife health, especially as concerns over avian influenza continue to affect bird populations worldwide.