An avian influenza outbreak occurred at the Central Zoo in Kathmandu, resulting in the deaths of at least 40 animals.
There are conflicting reports regarding the timeline of the detection and the zoo's response.
The zoo was closed to the public on June 19, 2026, following laboratory confirmation.
Key Facts
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01 — What / Thesis
Avian influenza outbreak at Kathmandu Central Zoo
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02 — Who / Subject
Central Zoo, National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC)
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03 — Where / Locus
Kathmandu, Nepal
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04 — When / Temporality
June 2026
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