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Viral disease detected in birds around the state



October 15, 2025






CHEYENNE — The detection of avian paramyxovirus, a viral disease that often affects doves and pigeons, was recently found in Wyoming.

Eurasian collared-doves from Casper, Green River, Riverton and Rock Springs tested positive for avian paramyxovirus, which can spread rapidly in areas where birds congregate and can cause large die-offs in pigeon and dove populations. 

“We detect this virus from time to time around the state,” said Liz Wheeler, Wyoming Game and Fish Department wildlife disease biologist at the Game and Fish Wildlife Health Lab in Laramie.

Birds infected with this disease may exhibit neurological symptoms, diarrhea, weakness, respiratory distress or die acutely.

Samples were also tested and negative for avian influenza and Newcastle’s disease, a more virulent strain of paramyxovirus.

Wheeler said avian paramyxovirus is best controlled with frequent disinfection of bird feeding and watering equipment, especially if doves are regularly present. Disinfecting equipment with a 10% bleach solution is recommended.

People who see three or more dead birds in an area are encouraged to notify their local Game and Fish regional office [ [link removed] ]. For more information on wildlife disease, including disease fact sheets and online distribution maps, go to the Game and Fish website [ [link removed] ]. Timely reporting of wildlife deaths is critical to identifying and mitigating the spread of disease.

 

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