‘Extinction risk’: Why the new virus threat to WA’s wildlife extends beyond birds

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Scientists warn of an extinction risk for endangered sea lions along Western Australia's coastline due to the spread of a highly contagious bird flu virus. The outbreak extends concern beyond birds to other wildlife species in the region.

Endangered sea lions living along WA’s coastline are under the threat of extinction, scientists warn, as concern grows over two confirmed cases of the highly contagious bird flu.