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44 peacock deaths in Karnataka's Tumakuru linked to H5N1 avian influenza
Forty-four peacocks in Tumakuru, Karnataka, died and are linked to H5N1 avian influenza, according to the report published on May 1, 2026. The article notes the incident as a wildlife health concern associated with avian influenza in the region. No additional details were provided in the piece.
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44 peacock deaths in Tumakuru linked to H5N1 avian influenza
May 1, 2026
Forty-four peacocks in Tumakuru district, Karnataka, were reported dead. The article states that the deaths are linked to H5N1 avian influenza.