Bird flu has now been confirmed in poultry in Cornwall for the first time during the recent outbreak. 

Defra has said the 'highly pathogenic avian influenza', otherwise known as bird flu, has been confirmed at premises near Constantine.

The premises involved have not been named officially, but are said to have poultry on site, which will now be humanely culled. 

A statement on the Defra website said: "Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed on 29 August at a premises near Constantine, Camborne and Redruth, Cornwall.

"A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been declared around the premises.

"All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled." 

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Cases have previously been fund in seabirds, with a confirmed case at Mousehole Wild Bird Hospital ten days ago. 

Defra has also said: "All bird keepers (whether you have pet birds, commercial flocks or just a few birds in a backyard flock) must keep a close watch on them for signs of disease and maintain good biosecurity at all times.

"If you have any concerns about the health of your birds, seek prompt advice from your vet.

"You should register your poultry, even if only kept as pets, so we can contact you during an outbreak.

"This is a legal requirement if you have 50 or more birds. Poultry includes chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, pigeon (bred for meat), partridge, quail, guinea fowl and pheasants."

Although bird flu risk to humans is low, there have been cases reported in dogs too. 

To protect yourselves, your pets, and other birds, follow this advice: 

• Do not pick up or touch dead or sick wild birds.

• Keep dogs and other pets away from any dead or sick birds.

• Do not feed wild waterfowl.

• Do not touch wild bird feathers or surfaces contaminated with droppings.

Anyone finding dead or injured birds can report the incident directly to Defra’s national helpline on 03459 335577.