Bird flu outbreak suspected after death of 20 swans in park
Audio created using AI assistanceSome of the swans at St Margaret's Loch in Holyrood Park have 'pink feather syndrome'. Pic: Hilary Thacker / Lothians and Fife swan and goose study groupScotland
HES has also installed signs by the man-made loch and is warning against feeding the flock at this time to curb any spread of the virus - which is deadly to birds. Ms Thacker, who also assists with the Lothians and Fife swan and goose study group, said there were around 79 swans in the area this time last year. That has now plummeted to around 32.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Man pronounced dead after falling from Dean Bridge in EdinburghThere are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and a report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal.
Read more »
Scottish Water launches ranger service at park near GlasgowScottish Water has announced a ranger service at a few locations, including one near Glasgow.
Read more »
Edinburgh Zoo's new baby koalas pictured in 'adorable' first lookEdinburgh Zoo has revealed the first images of its two new koala joeys, who have spent the last few months in their mothers' pouches after being born last year.
Read more »
Prison staff 'sacked from HMP Edinburgh for attacking inmate in cell'Three physical training instructors at the Saughton nick are understood to have been axed last week.
Read more »
Glasgow teen named Duke of Edinburgh’s Award UK Youth AmbassadorA teenager from Glasgow has been given a special honour.
Read more »
Edinburgh's Mary King's Close lets visitors explore in darkness in lantern tourEdinburgh's 'best underground experience' is launching a new series of 'lantern led' tours this February that will illuminate the lives of former residents and unravel truths about their deaths.
Read more »