Abstract Avian influenza virus (AIV) is a significant global concern, causing widespread mortality in wild birds, domestic poultry and most recently wild and domestic mammals . This study presents a retrospective analysis of AIV detections in the Republic of Ireland . Data was sourced from official surveillance databases, peer-reviewed literature and grey literature sources. Spatio-temporal, host-specific and subtype patterns were assessed using descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, linear regression and kernel density estimations. A total of 2,888 confirmed AIV detections were recorded from 25 of Ireland's 26 counties . Wild birds accounted for 98.7% of detections, with domestic birds comprising 1.3% and two detections in foxes . H5N1 was the most prevalent subtype (96.7%) followed by H5N8 and H6N1 . Spatial clustering was observed in urban areas, particularly Dublin . The highest seasonal peak occurred during summer, contrasting with traditional winter-associated patterns. Se...
Media Monitoring for Signals about Emerging Threats