Bird Flu (H5N1) in Victoria — Live Detections & Tracker

Yes. As of 22-10-2026, Avian Flu Watch lists 245 confirmed H5N1 detections in Victoria, the most recent reported on 15-10-2026. 37 of these were recorded in the last 28 days. Unconfirmed reports awaiting official verification are shown separately on the live map.

Do not touch or handle sick or dead wild birds or animals. Report suspected bird flu immediately by calling the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888. Keep pets away from dead wildlife, and wash your hands thoroughly if you have had any contact.

Human infections with H5N1 are rare and almost always follow close, unprotected contact with infected birds or heavily contaminated environments. The practical risk to the general public is currently assessed as low, but avoid handling sick or dead birds, and keep dogs and cats away from bird carcasses — mammals including pets can be infected by scavenging.

Detections are drawn from official Australian government surveillance (the DAFF National outbreak dataset and state agencies such as SA DPIRD and Agriculture Victoria), international reporting via WOAH, and community-submitted links that are verified by a moderator before appearing. Confirmed and unconfirmed events are always labelled separately.