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Commission Decision 2005/744/EC laying down the requirements for the prevention of highly pathogenic avian influenza caused by influenza A virus of subtype H5N1 in susceptible birds kept in zoos in the Member States.

Country/Territory
European Union
Document type
Legislation
Date
2005
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Official Journal of the European Union L 279, 22 October 2005, pp. 75-78.
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Animal health Pests/diseases Birds Keeping of live animals Vaccination Wild fauna
Geographical area
European Union Countries
Abstract

The aim of the present Decision is the reduction of the spread of avian influenza from birds living in the wild to susceptible birds in zoos. The Decision sets out rules which, depending on the specific epidemiological situation, shall be directed at preventing direct and indirect contact between birds living in the wild, especially waterfowl, with the susceptible birds in zoos. Member States shall adopt appropriate measures by taking into account the criteria and risk factors mentioned in Annex I. Based on a risk-assessment, they may decide to apply vaccination against avian influenza to susceptible birds kept in zoos, in accordance with the requirements established in Annex II.

Full text
English
Website
europa.eu

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Avian Influenza (Preventive Measures in Zoos) Regulations 2005 (S.I. No. 2990 of 2005).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2005

Keyword: Animal health, Pests/diseases, Poultry, Policy/planning, Ranching/captive breeding, Birds

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Avian Influenza (Preventive Measures in Zoos) (Wales) Regulations 2005 (W.S.I. No. 2984 (W. 218) of 2005).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2005

Keyword: Animal health, Pests/diseases, Poultry, Policy/planning, Birds, Ranching/captive breeding

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Avian Influenza (Preventive Measuresin Zoos) (Scotland) Regulations 2005 (S.S.I. No. 531 of 2005).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2005

Keyword: Animal health, Pests/diseases, Poultry, Policy/planning, Ranching/captive breeding, Birds

Source: FAO, FAOLEX