Antarctica's Alarming Reality: Avian Flu Threatens Penguins & Seals

A hidden crisis unfolds in the frozen wilderness of Antarctica.

This video uncovers:

The chilling arrival of H5N1 avian flu, a first for this pristine region.
How climate change fueled the virus's spread, jeopardizing iconic penguins and seals.
The devastating impact on vulnerable species, struggling to cope with an unknown threat.
The urgent need for global action to protect Antarctica's fragile ecosystem.

Hear from scientists on the frontline as they race against time:

Understanding the virus and its unprecedented spread.
Facing logistical challenges in this harsh environment.
Developing strategies to save penguins before it's too late.

This is a call to action.

Join the chorus of voices demanding change. Watch, share, and be a part of the solution.

Avian Flu Outbreak in Antarctica: Citation List

News Articles:

CNN. "Bird flu detected in Antarctic for the first time, British Antarctic Survey says." October 25, 2023. [ Ссылка ]
CIDRAP. "High-path avian flu spreads to Antarctic region." October 27, 2023. [ Ссылка ]
The Guardian. "'Catastrophic': bird flu reaches Antarctic for the first time." October 24, 2023. [ Ссылка ]
MercoPress. "Bird flu expanding in Antarctica, high mortality among elephant seals." December 10, 2023. [ Ссылка ]
The Guardian. "Mass deaths of elephant seals and penguins as bird flu reaches Antarctic." December 8, 2023. [ Ссылка ]

Scientific Resources:

University of Nebraska Medical Center. "Sub-Antarctic and Antarctic Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1 Monitoring Project." October 31, 2023. [ Ссылка ]
Garcia, F. et al. "Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1 in skuas (Stercorarius skua) in the South Shetland Islands, Antarctica: First Detection." Transboundary and Emerging Diseases. December 2023. [ Ссылка ]
Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research. "Risk assessment for the introduction and spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Antarctica." August 2023. [ Ссылка ]

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