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Bird flu found at historic Scots castle estate after Greylag Geese die
09.12.2022 - 16:37 / dailyrecord.co.uk
An avian flu outbreak has been confirmed at a historic Scots castle after a number of geese have died.
The North East Ranger Service found the infection at Fyvie Castle in Turriff, Aberdeenshire. The National Trust confirmed less than 10 birds have died from the outbreak, which is thought to be mainly affecting Greylag Geese.
A spokesperson said: "A small number of deaths as a result of avian flu (H5N1) have been confirmed – under 10 – at Fyvie Castle, Garden and Estate in Aberdeenshire. We continue to closely monitor the wildfowl population on the loch, and it’s thanks to our rangers’ diligence in this monitoring activity that we are able to report and act."
The castle is now in regular contact with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and adhering to guidance that aims to protect wildlife across Scotland. It remains open to visitors but some parts are closed off and guests must stick to new on site rules and advice.
National Trust for Scotland Ranger Vivian Bisset said: “Like everyone working with wildlife this year, we have been closely watching our birdlife to see how avian flu may affect other bird species over the autumn and winter. Sadly, we now have a small number of confirmed cases at Fyvie Loch. We'll continue to monitor and report on any cases, so we can add to the understanding of this disease and how it's impacting on our wild birds.”
The UK Government has ordered that all poultry and captive birds are kept indoors while the outbreak is tackled but Scottish ministers have so far resisted this move.
A spokesperson for the North East Ranger service said: “The North East Ranger Service are sorry to report that avian flu (H5N1) has been confirmed at Fyvie Castle, Garden, and Estate. So far, this is
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