ORLANDO, Fla. – More swans have died at Lake Eola, and the city of Orlando has confirmed avian flu is responsible, raising growing concerns among residents who consider the birds a symbol of downtown.
As of Tuesday, 20 swans from the Lake Eola flock have died, according to the veterinarian responsible for their care. Another swan showing symptoms consistent with avian flu was brought in for treatment Tuesday morning, bringing losses to nearly 30% of the park’s swan population.
Dr. Geoffrey Gardner, who has cared for the Lake Eola swans for more than 20 years, said this is not the first time the park has seen avian influenza, but it is the most severe outbreak in years…