In collaboration with the Australian Land Conservation Alliance, Australian Marine Conservation Society, Birdlife Australia and the Invasive Species Council we have developed a 2-page briefing note about the looming threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 clade 2.3.4.4 b.

Use this briefing note to inform your local MP, council and organisation about the threat that H5N1 avian influenza poses to Australian wildlife and what can be done to prepare for its arrival.

The briefing note provides a quick summary of the:

• Current global situation
• Potential catastrophic consequences for Australia
• What can be done to protect wildlife
• Priorities for strengthening Australia's preparedness