The threat of bird flu is increasing in Europe: urgent measures are being taken

Saturday, Nov 15, 2025

Delfi

Spain mandates indoor poultry housing to curb avian flu spread; Lithuania strengthens biosecurity measures against H5N1 risk.

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Spain has mandated that all domestic poultry be kept indoors to curb the spread of avian flu, regardless of farm type or purpose. Exceptions for outdoor keeping are only allowed under strict biosecurity measures ensuring no contact with wild birds. Additional safety rules include prohibiting co-housing of chickens and geese with other domestic fowl, and protecting water sources from wild birds. Furthermore, participation in public events is banned for poultry to prevent contact between domestic and migratory birds. These measures follow increased risk assessments due to rising avian flu cases across Europe. Separately, Czech authorities are culling over 70,000 poultry following confirmed outbreaks, while Lithuania is intensifying preventative measures, urging farmers to maintain strict biosecurity protocols, especially during migratory seasons, as the virus circulates in wild bird populations.

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