A second case of the highly pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N8 has been found in the UK.
The chief veterinary officer for Wales, Christianne Glossop, confirmed the disease had been found in a wild duck in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire.
She said the duck had the same strain of the disease as found at a turkey farm in Lincolnshire last week.
This follows the introduction of Avian Influenza Protection Zones and a ban on gatherings of birds, including chickens, turkeys, ducks and geese, across Scotland, England and Wales.
The measures were introduced earlier this month in response to a growing number of H5N8 bird flu cases in mainland Europe.
Ms Glossop urged all poultry keepers to keep on top of biosecurity and remain vigilant for signs of the diseases.
“It is important that bird keepers practice the very highest levels of biosecurity,” said Ms Glossop.
“Even when birds are housed, there remains a risk of infection and keepers of poultry and other captive birds should ensure every effort is made to prevent contact with wild birds. The movement of poultry should be minimised, and clothing and equipment should always be disinfected.”
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) backed Ms Glossop and urged anyone who suspects a case of the disease to contact the Animal and Plant Health Agency as soon as possible.
The agency can be contacted on 03459 335577.