I can’t browse right now, but here’s a concise explanation based on recent widely reported events. Direct answer
- The ostriches at Universal Ostrich Farms in British Columbia were culled due to an avian influenza outbreak (often referred to as H5N1 in media reports). Canadian authorities determined depopulation was the most effective measure to prevent further spread of the disease, protect other poultry, and safeguard public health. This action followed initial detections and a series of legal and regulatory decisions over roughly a year of dispute between the farm and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, plus high-profile involvement from political figures in the United States. The cull was carried out under veterinary supervision with professional wildlife control staff, and the herd was depopulated to halt transmission risk. [sources reflect official CFIA decisions and coverage of the legal proceedings and public interest]
