Avian Influenza Testing in Wild Birds in Great Britain, 2015 Q4

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) dataset lists wild birds identified and submitted for Avian Influenza testing in Great Britain during the fourth quarter of 2015. It likely contains information on bird identity, date, location, samples taken, and test results from both passive and targeted surveillance programs. The data is provided by the UK Government Digital Service.

Use Cases

• Track spatial and temporal patterns of Avian Influenza based on reported location and date information.
• Analyze surveillance effectiveness by comparing results from active targeted patrols and passive public reporting.
• Identify species susceptibility by correlating test results with bird identity data.
• Monitor mass mortality incidents based on the criteria of five or more birds at a single location.

Strengths

• Data is sourced from a government agency (APHA) conducting structured surveillance.
• Surveillance includes both year-round warden patrols and seasonally targeted efforts from October to March.
• Description specifies the location data is provided at a 10km x 10km grid square resolution.

Limitations

• Location data is provided by submitters and is not verified; laboratory location may be used if missing.
• Row count and specific column definitions are unknown; a separate data dictionary is required for full understanding.
• The dataset covers a single quarter (2015 Q4), limiting longitudinal analysis without additional files.

Provenance

Source

Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), UK Government Digital Service

Collection Method

Combined passive and active (targeted) surveillance programs, including warden patrols and public reports.

Time Range

2015 Quarter 4

Freshness

Last updated date is unknown; data is from 2015.

Geography

Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales)