Bird flu confirmed in Wyoming dairy cattle

The spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza into dairy cows has now been confirmed in Wyoming, making it one of 12 states to be affected by this recent outbreak.

Instances of bird flu appearing in cattle began near the end of March, when animals from two Texas herds tested positive.

At this time, the Centers for Disease Control believe the spread is linked to the movement of cattle, rather than through wild birds, with further local spread between dairy farms.

Over 90% of affected farms reported thickened or clotted milk from the animals, while over 80% reported abnormal lactation and decr...