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Pigeon Paramyxovirus

A paramyxovirus not previously reported in Australia has been detected in hobby pigeons in Victoria and is the likely cause of significant deaths in pigeons interstate. Investigations are underway to determine the source of the disease.

Affected pigeon flocks have experienced high mortality associated with lethargy, gastrointestinal and neurological signs.

There are currently no reports of illness or deaths occurring in pigeons in South Australia. There are also no reported unusual disease events in Australian commercial or backyard poultry flocks, or in wild birds.

Non-infected pigeons allowed into SA by permit

Non-infected pigeons from other jurisdictions will now be allowed into South Australia providing they have a permit. Victorian birds are still excluded from entering SA.

Fill in the application form to bring any pigeons into South Australia (PDF).

For help in completing this form please call (08) 8207 7900. After completing the application form, please fax or email  it to (08) 8207 7852 or leonie.down@sa.gov.au. If the permit is needed urgently please indicate this in your fax or email.

Further Information

If you notice similar signs or high death rates in your flocks please either contact your veterinarian or call Biosecurity SA (BSA) so that an investigation into the cause of death can be undertaken. BSA may assist with the cost of this investigation.

Biosecurity SA can be contacted on 8207 7900 or after hours on the Emergency Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888.