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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Subject:
Agriculture
Public Health
Published:
January 12, 2026
Agency:
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), also commonly known as bird flu, is present in Colorado and nationwide. Recently, it has caused outbreaks in poultry and dairy herds, resulting in the largest animal disease outbreak in the state’s history.