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16 July 2026 / The Irish Times / Anthony King
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A devastating disease is spreading among Irish songbirds

Ireland

A contagious protozoan parasite is killing Irish songbirds, especially greenfinches, and is now being seen in other finches and garden birds. BirdWatch Ireland has advised people to stop feeding birds in gardens during the warmer months to reduce transmission.


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