North Carolina has confirmed three outbreaks of bird flu so far in 2026. The virus has resulted in the deaths of more than 4 million birds in commercial operations in the state since 2022. So far, no ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. At 40 years old, Boo the cockatoo bumbled through life as a beloved pet in decline: almost totally blind, unable to fly or perch, ...

Opinion articles provide independent perspectives on key community issues, separate from our newsroom reporting. The Black Rail, a coastal marsh bird, is one of the most threatened species in North ...

The World Organization for Animal Health this week declared North Carolina’s commercial poultry farms bird flu-free, lifting a months-long suspension of poultry exports, according to a N.C. Department ...

Two North Carolina poultry operations have tested positive for avian influenza so far this year and public health officials say growers should be vigilant about protecting their flocks. Outbreaks of ...

The Black Rail, a coastal marsh bird, is one of the most threatened species in North Carolina. Christy Hand, SCDNR If a shy, mouse-sized bird disappears from North Carolina’s marshes, will anyone ...