What is killing the songbirds in Indiana?

So far, Kearns said samples from dead Indiana birds have tested negative for avian influenza, West Nile virus and other flaviviruses, Salmonella and Chlamydia (bacterial pathogens), Newcastle Disease virus and other paramyxoviruses, herpesvirus and poxviruses, and Trichomonas parasites.

What is wrong with the songbirds in Indiana?

Birds with symptoms have tested negative for the avian influenza, the West Nile Virus and other diseases known to impact birds. Those infected with the unnamed disease have been reported in 69 of Indiana’s 92 counties. Symptoms include crusty or swollen eyes, head swelling and neurological problems.

Are songbirds dying in Indiana?

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources said the sick and dying songbirds have been discovered in 69 of Indiana’s 92 counties, up from 53 counties two weeks ago, The Indianapolis Star reported. The sick songbirds were initially found in late May in southern Indiana’s Monroe County.

Why are songbirds dying in Indiana?

All birds have tested negative for avian influenza, West Nile virus, and other flaviviruses, Salmonella and Chlamydia (bacterial pathogens), Newcastle disease virus and other paramyxoviruses, herpesviruses and poxviruses, and Trichomonas parasites.

Is it safe to put bird feeders out again in Indiana?

In June, Indiana recommended all feeders come down to slow the spread. Since then, more than 3,000 sick and dead birds were reported. Now, experts say it’s safe to feed the birds again in 76 counties.

Are the birds still dying in Indiana?

Sick and dying songbirds now found in 69 counties across Indiana; cause still unknown. Sick and dying songbirds have now been found in 69 counties across Indiana, up from 53 two weeks ago. That is now three-quarters of the state’s counties.

Is it safe to put bird feeders back out in Indiana?

INDIANAPOLIS—This summer’s mysterious deaths of songbirds have decreased and residents can put their bird feeders back, but cases continue to be reported. It still recommends those people to keep an eye out for sick birds and report them. …

Are birds still dying in Indiana?

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Wild Birds Unlimited says it’s been difficult to watch and hear about the hundreds of songbirds dying in Indiana and across the country.

Is it safe to put bird feeders back out?

“At this point, it is safe to put bird feeders back out, but we definitely encourage everyone to wash their birdfeeders regularly.” If choosing to put out a feeder or a bird bath, DWR asks that they be cleaned once a week and disinfected with a 10% bleach solution.

What is wrong with birds in Indiana?

DNR experts aren’t yet sure what the cause of the illness is, but the birds have tested negative for West Nile virus and avian influenza, as well as for other conditions such as: flaviviruses, salmonella, chlamydia, Newcastle disease virus, herpesviruses, poxviruses and Trichomanas parasites.

Is it OK to put bird feeders out?