Bird flu strikes Emmanuel the emu, causes Nebraska zoo to close some exhibits

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The Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium closed several exhibits on Saturday after a pink-backed pelican passed away due to highly pathogenic avian influenza.

In a statement, the Nebraska zoo said the Simmons Aviary, Lied Jungle and Desert Dome would be closed for at least 10 days. The pelican died on Oct.

13 and was tested as part of the zoo's continued surveillance for bird flu – which has impacted bird populations around the world this year.

The zoo said that a second pelican had become sick on Friday and was euthanized. The pelicans currently live outside and, although they can come into contact with wild waterfowl, they have no contact with other zoo birds.