A WARNING is in place at a West End pond after a cormorant died from suspected bird flu.
A warning sign has appeared at Bingham’s Pond, on Great Western Road, stating the disease has been detected in the park, reports Glasgow West End Today.
The sign read: “Bird flu has been detected in this park.
“Don’t risk spreading it.”
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A Glasgow City Council spokesperson confirmed a cormorant had died at the pond on Saturday, December 24.
The body was removed that day and there have been no further cases identified since then.
We previously reported more than 25 swans have died at Hogganfield Park from suspected bird flu, while another two swans have died at Knighswood Park pond.
A spokesman for Glasgow City Council said: “We are very concerned about the spread of avian flu within Glasgow.
“It is likely that any outbreak of the virus at any park will have a significant impact on its bird population.
“Limiting the spread of the virus in any affected park is crucial and we are working with our contractor to have the dead animals removed as quickly as possible.
“The public also has an important role in helping to prevent the transfer of the virus and they should follow the advice that will be displayed around any affected park.
“We ask that dogs are kept on leads close to areas where infection is suspected and that people do not feed the birds as this encourages the birds to congregate.
“People are also asked not to touch a dead or sick bird, including any feathers, and should also avoid ground covered with wild bird droppings.
“If anyone sees a dead or sick bird in public places across the city, they should report this to our environmental health team through our website or by calling 0141 287 1059.
“People can also report online at the DEFRA website.”
