Avian Deaths From Avian Influenza For Past 3 Years.

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This document presents monthly avian influenza mortality statistics for Australian states and territories covering February 2022 through February 2025. Data show no natural bird deaths from avian influenza until May 2024, when Victoria recorded 3,300 deaths. Subsequent outbreaks occurred in June 2024 (Victoria 542, NSW 8,000, ACT 300) and July 2024 (NSW 112,007, ACT 7,376), representing the most significant period of avian influenza-related natural mortality recorded. From August 2024 onward through February 2025, no further natural deaths were reported across any state or territory. The data, collated from state and territory government reports to the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, are confirmed as publicly available through the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) website and exclude culling operations.