The week of October 30 – November 5, 2011, is Bird Health Awareness Week. Activities and programs offered throughout the week will give students, bird lovers and poultry owners the opportunity to learn simple steps to keep their flocks healthy.
Bird Health Awareness Week is part of the USDA Animal and Plant Inspection Service’s (APHIS) Biosecurity For Birds campaign to promote awareness of and ways to prevent the spread of infectious poultry diseases.
Twitter Chat
Here’s your chance to participate in a Twitter Chat and have your questions about bird health answered by an APHIS expert. Backyard poultry owners can share valuable information on:
- How to keep your flock safe from predators and disease
- How to recognize the signs of infectious diseases
- What to do if your birds are sick
- Who to call if you need assistance
Join the Discussion
Tuesday, November1, 10:00 – 11:00am EST
Join the conversation by using #HHchat
Click here to submit advance questions.
Fowl Play Online Game
Beginning this week we will introduce a new online game, Fowl Play. This fun game will challenge your ability to recall tips contained in the video series featuring Biosecurity For Birds animated mascot Healthy Harry and Dr. Kate Bowers