A ProMed posting on March 3rd documented an outbreak of H5N8 highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed March 1st 2021 in Halland, Sweden.  The affected premise comprised a breeding operation for show birds, housing 200 chickens, 90 ducks and 17 pigeons.  Mortality commenced on February 28th and after laboratory diagnosis of HPAI, the flock was euthanized on March 2nd 2021.  A protection zone two miles in radius and a surveillance zone of six miles were established in accordance with E.U. Directive 2005/94. 

The origin of the outbreak is unknown, but it is suspected that infection was introduced from contact with migratory birds or their droppings.