Posted 20 August 2026
Tasmanians are being asked to remain vigilant following recent detections of H5 bird flu in wild birds in Tasmania. While there have been no detections in Tasmanian poultry, community reporting remains an important part of monitoring and responding to the disease.
If you see a sick, injured or dead bird, or other wildlife, please follow these three simple steps:
Do not touch, handle or move sick or dead birds or wildlife.
Record as much information as possible, including:
Report sightings as soon as possible by:
For the latest updates and reporting information, visit the NRE Tas Bird Flu webpage:
Bird Flu Information - NRE Tasmania
Community vigilance and prompt reporting help protect Tasmania's wildlife, environment and poultry industry.
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Calling all bird owners. Help protect Tasmania's pet and domestic birds.
Whether you own parrots, budgies, canaries, pigeons, poultry kept as pets, or other domestic birds, registering your birds is a simple way to stay informed and prepared.
By registering, you'll receive important updates and practical advice about H5 bird flu and any measures that may affect bird owners in Tasmania.
Registering your birds also helps us plan and respond more effectively, helping to minimise impacts on bird owners and communities now that H5 bird flu has been detected in Tasmania.
Register your birds here