Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)

Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) Update

On the 19th June 2026, H5N1 Avian Influenza was detected in wild birds in Western Australia for the first time.

Australia is one of the last countries in the world to get this strain of avian influenza, giving zoos, wildlife parks, aquariums and other animal facilities the opportunity to plan and prepare well in advance. We have been preparing for the arrival of bird flu for some time and have already implemented a range of biosecurity measures to help protect the animals and humans in our care.

Further precautions will be added as the situation evolves.

So for now, your visit to the park will remain much the same, and you can continue to enjoy your visit with confidence.

The current risk to the public remains very low.

We continue to closely monitor the advice from veterinary authorities, government agencies and industry organisations, and we will adapt our procedures as required.

You may notice our Keepers wearing PPE such as gloves and masks while working with some animals. This is a standard part of our animal care practices and helps protect both our animals and our staff.

Some habitats and experiences may be modified or even temporarily closed as a precautionary measure, with health & safety and animal welfare in mind. Currently, Kangaroo feeding is unavailable. This has been implemented to discourage wild birds from visiting the park – they are currently the biggest risk of bird flu being brought into the park. You can still enter the area to mingle with the kangaroos and wallabies.

Many Australian wildlife species are particularly valuable and vulnerable, and we take our responsibility to protect them very seriously.

What to do if you see sick, injured or deceased wildlife:

• Avoid – Do not touch, handle or move it
• Record – Note the location, date, time and the number or type of animals, if possible
• Report – Call the government Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888 (select the Western Australia option).

Thank you for helping protect WA’s wildlife and the animals in our care.

This page will be updated as further information becomes available.

Current at 28 June 2026.

You can learn more about Avian Influenza here -

Bird flu (Avian influenza) - DAFF
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