Indiana reports four new cases of bird flu, each in a different county

 

Headline:  Indiana Public Media, 10/20/2026

Karl Templeton reports:

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has confirmed cases of Avian Influenza in Greene and Hamilton County, according to a press release. 

The department verified that highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was the cause of death for several geese in Hamilton County. Multiple blue-wing teals have been confirmed to have HPAI in Greene County. 

Eli Fleace, Fish and Wildlife Health Biologist, says that birds with a developed infection will display strange behavior, which is a strong warning sign. 

“A lot of times, I will see geese or ducks swimming in really tight concentric circles over and over again.” Fleace said, “A very common sign of avian influenza is [the] seizing or shaking of the head and neck of the bird.” 

Positive cases have also been reported in Allen and Johnson County since the press release was published, Fleace says. [emphasis added[

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June 2026

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More outbreaks of bird flu reported in Indiana.  (6/5)

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April 2026

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March 2026

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February 2026

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January 2026

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December 2025

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