Bird flu strain in Cayman said to be highly contagious
Local farmers are being warned that the current strain of avian flu that was identified in a farm on Cemetery Road in West Bay on 28 Nov. is both highly contagious and often fatal for domestic birds.
At a meeting with farmers on 2 Dec., Department of Agriculture Senior Veterinary Officer Dr. Tiffany Chisholm confirmed that the virus detected in Cayman is H5N1, describing it as one of the most dangerous forms of avian influenza because of how quickly it spreads through flocks and the high death rates associated with infection. For a more complete summary of the story, please see the below link:
Published on: Dec 09, 2025 09:09 AM