Newcastle Disease was confirmed in wild birds on four islands of the Azores, according to the regional director of Agriculture, Veterinary and Food Affairs. This is a viral disease that mainly affects birds and can have significant consequences for animal health.
The official in charge of agriculture in the Azores stated that the situation is being monitored by the regional authorities. So far, no presence of the disease has been detected in poultry on the Azorean islands.
The regional authorities continue to monitor the situation to prevent the spread of the disease and protect the local poultry sector. The confirmation in wild birds raises concerns about possible transmission to domestic bird farms.
