Infection of ratites with clade 2.3.4.4b HPAIV H5N1: Potential implications for zoonotic risk
Holly A. Coombes, Jacob Terrey, Audra-Lynne D. Schlachter, Phoebe McCarter, Isabella Regina, Richard Hepple, Natalie McGinn, James Seekings, Jayne Cooper, Benjamin Clifton, Benjamin C. Mollett, Marco Falchieri, Alejandro Núñez, Scott M. Reid, Joe James, Ashley C. Banyard
The paper detects H5N1 avian influenza in ratites and identifies mammalian-relevant mutations, suggesting potential zoonotic risk.
Emerging Microbes & Infections · Mar 13, 2026Peer-reviewedPathology