There has been extensive media coverage regarding the presence of avian influenza in wild birds in Atlantic Canada. It has also been discovered that avian influenza is affecting foxes, with symptoms that may look like distemper or rabies.

The UPEI Health, Safety, and Environment office is advising members of the campus community to not handle any dead, injured, or sick wildlife on campus or elsewhere.  

If you find an injured, sick, or dead wild animal, please contact either PEI Fish and Wildlife (902-368-4683) or the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative (902-628-4314).