“Attention Bird Enthusiasts: Essential Registration for Avian Influenza Precaution in Lincolnshire”

Individuals who own birds are being urged to register their birds to assist in thwarting the dissemination of Avian Flu, often referred to as Bird Flu.

This illness poses a minimal risk to human health; however, it can present significant dangers to the poultry sector and bird populations within the United Kingdom.

Typically, bird flu outbreaks increase in the Autumn and Winter seasons with the arrival of migrating birds. The emergence of this disease may necessitate the implementation of Protection Zones in particular regions alongside other precautionary measures.

At present, there exists an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone throughout Lincolnshire. In light of these circumstances, bird keepers are being reminded of the necessity to register their birds. Now a statutory obligation, this action ensures that bird owners receive vital updates regarding local avian flu outbreaks and biosecurity regulations.

Owners may apply online by navigating to Poultry registration – GOV.UK.

Additionally, they are mandated to adhere to stringent biosecurity protocols, including:

• cleaning and disinfecting clothing, footwear, gear, and vehicles before and after contact with poultry and captive birds; where feasible, utilize disposable protective apparel
• limiting the movement of people, vehicles, or equipment to and from locations where poultry and captive birds are located, to reduce contamination risks from manure, slurry, and additional materials
• implementing effective rodent control in any regions inhabited by poultry and captive birds
• systematically cleaning and disinfecting housing on an ongoing basis
• maintaining fresh disinfectant at the appropriate concentration at all entry and exit points of farms and poultry housing
• reducing both direct and indirect contact between poultry and captive birds and wild birds, ensuring that all feed and water sources are inaccessible to wild birds
• restricting poultry access to ponds and waterways while ensuring that birds are housed in enclosed or fenced areas

To report potential instances of bird flu and seek further assistance, visit Bird flu (avian influenza): identifying and reporting it in poultry or other captive birds – GOV.UK