CLEAN : South Africa: Avian flu threatens endangered African penguin colony

The video discusses the impact of avian influenza on African Penguins, highlighting the disease's untreatable nature and the need to euthanize affected birds. It emphasizes the endangered status of African Penguins due to various pressures, including food scarcity and habitat destruction. The emergence of new high pathogenicity strains of avian influenza poses significant threats to both wild birds and the poultry industry, with potential economic consequences if the disease spreads to commercial poultry.

What is the primary reason for euthanizing birds diagnosed with avian influenza?

• To protect other species

• To prevent the spread of the disease

• To conserve resources

• To avoid legal issues

Why are African Penguins particularly vulnerable to avian influenza?

• They have a strong immune system

• They are not affected by habitat destruction

• They are already facing multiple environmental pressures

• They have a large population

What is a significant concern regarding the new strains of avian influenza?

• They are less contagious

• They are beneficial to wild birds

• They are causing issues in the poultry industry

• They are only found in the southern hemisphere

Where have recent outbreaks of avian influenza been particularly concerning?

• In the southern hemisphere

• In urban areas

• In the northern hemisphere and among seabirds

• In desert regions

What could be a major consequence if avian influenza spreads to commercial poultry?

• Closure of the poultry industry

• Enhanced bird immunity

• Increased bird population

• Improved economic conditions