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Avian Flu: Balearic Islands Declared High-Risk Zone — Are the New Rules Enough for Poultry Keepers?

What the new avian flu rules mean for Mallorca poultry keepers

Mallorca is under new avian flu restrictions. Learn what poultry keepers must do and what the rules mean in practice.

Published: April 21, 2026
Avian Flu: Balearic Islands Declared High-Risk Zone — Are the New Rules Enough for Poultry Keepers?

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What do the new avian flu rules mean for poultry keepers in Mallorca?

Mallorca is now part of a Balearic Islands high-risk zone, which means poultry keepers must follow stricter biosecurity rules. The main focus is keeping domestic birds away from wild birds, especially through protected feeding areas, better hygiene, and reporting obligations. It is not a general confinement order, but the rules are binding and can affect both hobby keepers and farms.

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