From 15 October, 2026 to 20 October, 2026, APHIS reported 5 wild birds collected from 16 September to 10 October in 2026 (Turkey vulture, Ring-billed gull, Mallard, Canada goose, Great horned owl) tested positive for EA H5 HPAI strain in Dane county, Wisconsin.

Submitting Agency: NWDP(USDA Wildlife Services National Wildlife Disease Program)/Private (non-government) submission