A rare Australian sea lion (Neophoca cinerea) on Kangaroo Island has been confirmed to have died from highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu. The sea lion had recently been attacked by a shark, weakening it. Testing revealed that the virus caused its death. Another dead sea lion is being tested.
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H5N1 Bird Flu Claims Life of Australian Sea Lion, Raises Concerns for Marine Wildlife
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September 17, 2026
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A rare Australian sea lion has died from H5N1 bird flu after being weakened by a shark attack, with another sea lion under testing. This incident highlights the spread of avian influenza in marine mammals, raising concerns about wildlife health.
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