Bird flu in Zoetermeer
Bird flu is an infectious disease that can also occur in Zoetermeer. It is important to take precautions to prevent the spread of the disease, as bird flu can also be contagious to humans.
Symptoms of bird flu in birds
If you see a bird exhibiting strange behavior or looking different than normal, check for the following symptoms that may indicate bird flu:
- Apathetic behavior
- Neurological and coordination problems
- Shivering of head and neck
- Swimming or spinning in circles
- Swinging the neck
- Snot or mucus oozing from beak or eyes
- Blue, enlarged eyes
- Excessive yawning or scratching (early stage)
What to do about suspicious birds
Don't touch!
Never touch a bird showing suspicious symptoms, whether it is alive or dead.
Suspicious bird seen?
- Call the Animal Ambulance at 070-328 2828.
- For more information, visit the website of Dierenambulance Den Haag.
Dead bird(s) found?
- Do not touch the dead birds either.
- Report finding one or more dead birds to the Dierenambulance Den Haag e.o. at 070-328 2828.
Contact information
For all notifications and more information, please contact:
Animal Ambulance The Hague e.o.
Phone number: 070-328 2828
Website: dierenambulancedenhaag.nl
By staying alert and following the proper steps, you are helping to prevent the spread of bird flu.
