A new survey of wetland habitats reveals that migratory birds may be carrying an infectious form of avian flu. The findings, published in the journal Nature, show that flu viruses have the potential to spread quickly across the globe and cause significant economic and health impacts. The survey, which was conducted in wetlands across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, found that the virus is highly infectious and can rapidly spread between birds in wetland habitats. The researchers also found that the virus is capable of surviving in the environment for up to 12 days, meaning that it can be transmitted over long distances. This highlights the importance of monitoring wetland habitats and controlling the spread of the virus.

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