Dallas zoo temporarily closes bird exhibits after avian flu confirmed nearby
Incident Date:
10/20/2026
Location:
Dallas, TX - USA
Facility Name:
Dallas Zoo
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Animal health issue (RX)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Birds
Animal disposition:
Other
Summary:
DALLAS, TX – The Dallas Zoo has temporarily closed two bird exhibits after cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, were confirmed within 100 miles.
In a social media post, zoo officials said the Forest Aviary and Travis and Zach’s Birds Landing will remain closed to visitors as a precaution to protect the animals from potential exposure to the virus.
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