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Avian Flu Spreads in Minnesota, $1.27M Funded for Research

1/11/2025

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Avian influenza is raising concerns in Minnesota as it spreads among wild birds, particularly waterfowl like swans, despite the cold weather. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center urges caution when rescuing sick birds. In response, Governor Tim Walz has allocated $1.27 million for research at the University of Minnesota to understand the virus's effects on wildlife.

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Avian influenza is raising concerns in Minnesota as it spreads among wild birds, particularly waterfowl like swans, despite the cold weather. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center urges caution when rescuing sick birds. In response, Governor Tim Walz has allocated $1.27 million for research at the University of Minnesota to understand the virus's effects on wildlife.