On 22 October, 2026, APHIS reported 6 wild birds collected from 6 October to 10 October in 2026 (Blue-winged teal, Gadwall, Northern shoveler(2), Mallard, Northern pintail) tested positive for EA H5 HPAI strain in (Kidder(2), Emmons, Stutsman(3)) counties, North Dakota.

Submitting Agency: NWDP(USDA Wildlife Services National Wildlife Disease Program)