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Analysis of wild mammals infected with H5N1 bird flu in the US found that many had brain infections and neurological symptoms, including lack of fear of people
Red foxes in the US have been found to have bird flu infections Konrad Wothe/Image Professionals GmbH/Alamy
Bird flu is infecting the brains of wild mammals such as foxes and raccoons and may be making them behave in unusual ways, according to a study in the US. Out of 57 live mammals found to be infected, 53 had neurological symptoms, such as seizures, problems with balance, tremors and a lack of fear of people.
The risk to people appears to be low. “There isn’t yet any evidence that red foxes or other wild mammals …
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