USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) www.usda.gov

The USDA's mandate stretches well beyond supporting the nation's farmers and ranchers. Its current areas of interest include conservation, land stewardship, human nutrition, food marketing, anti-hunger efforts and rural development.

USDA's web site for avian influenza

This is a link directly to the portion of the USDA site devoted to AI information.

USDA's 'Questions & Answers' about avian influenza

This document provides a foundation for understanding the disease and its threats in simple Q&A format.

USDA fact sheet about avian influenza

This is the official USDA summary of the disease and its threats.

Where to report a sick or dead wildbird

The most common question from the public is, 'If I find a wildbird that is dead or sick, where to do I report it for testing?' This USDA link provides the answer.

Brochure: 'Avian Influenza: USDA Efforts and Response'

USDA publication that summarizes the department's efforts to prepare the nation for the arrival of avian influenza.