The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released an updated version of its Avian Mortality Reporting App, making it easier for the public to directly assist in monitoring the health of Florida’s wild bird populations. The initiative aims to gather crucial data to track diseases and protect both wildlife and public health.

Each year, FWC biologists investigate reports of bird deaths across the state to track serious diseases, including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza , West Nile Virus, and Avian Pox. This public-submitted data is vital for understanding disease trends, identifying emerging health threats, and enabling quick responses to potential outbreaks.

“With help from the public, we can detect disease outbreaks earlier and better understand where and whe

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