At least 10 dead Canada geese have been picked up from a marina in Whitby as town officials investigate what caused their deaths.
In an email to on Wednesday morning, a representative for the town east of Toronto mentioned that they responded to reports about dead Canada geese near the Port Whitby Marina this week.
So far, 10 geese have been collected and town staff are collaborating with the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative to send the samples for testing.
“Right now, the cause of death is unknown,” Erin Mikaluk said in a statement.
The town has stated that they are keeping an eye on the waterfront for any other birds that seem sick or distressed.
Officials are urging anyone who spots a sick or dead bird to report it to local Animal Services by calling 905-655-0283.
“As a safety precaution, residents should not touch or try to help the birds and should keep pets on a leash to avoid contact,” Mikaluk added.
Brampton Reports Several Dead Waterfowl at Local Ponds
The city of Brampton has received reports of “multiple” deceased waterfowl at two ponds.
In a statement issued Tuesday, the city noted that these unspecified waterfowl at Professors’ Lake, located near Torbram Road and Bovaird Drive East, and Reginal Conover Pond, near Mc Vean and Cottrelle Boulevard, are suspected to be infected with avian influenza.
“As a result, Brampton Animal Services will be consulting with the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative (CWHC) for evaluation and is following community health and safety protocols,” the city announced in a post on its website.
“The risk of Avian Influenza spreading to humans remains extremely low, and there is no increased public health concern at this time.”
Brampton residents are advised to keep their pets away from any waterfowl or feces. Interacting with or feeding waterfowl is discouraged.
The city plans to install signs in public areas identified as “hotspots” to inform residents about avian influenza presence.
Anyone who finds a deceased waterfowl is requested to report it to Brampton Animal Services by calling 905-458-5800.
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