Thousands of seal pups have died on remote islands near Antarctica due to a strain of avian flu. The virus is believed to have caused mass deaths among seal pups, penguins, and seabirds. Drone footage from the Australian Antarctic Program showed disturbing images of seal pup carcasses covering the volcanic coasts of Heard and McDonald Islands. Scientists warn of the devastating impact of the disease on local wildlife.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a scientific issue with no direct political implications. It presents factual information about the impact of avian flu on wildlife without taking a stance or using biased language.
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- organisation Australian Antarctic Program
- organisation CNN
