Reduce the risk of outbreaks
These pests and diseases are not in Australia.
We have identified these as potential threats, due to detections in the region around Australia. This increases the risk of an outbreak here. Learn what you can do to help manage the risk of an outbreak.
African swine fever (ASF)
Affects domestic and wild pigs. It has no vaccine and kills about 80% of the pigs it infects.
Avian influenza (HPAI)
HPAI can affect a variety of animals. This includes wild and domestic birds, and mammals.
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD)
Affects all cloven-hoofed animals including cattle, sheep, goats, camelids, deer and pigs. It does not affect horses or zebras.
Lumpy skin disease (LSD)
Affects cattle and buffalo. LSD is spread by biting flies, mosquitoes and ticks, or directly from animal to animal. It can travel long distances in infected animals or contaminated items.
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About pests and diseases
How to identify signs of animal or plant pests and diseases. This includes new weeds, diseases in wildlife and exotic ants.
What to do during an outbreak
How to report, what to report, and what to do next.
Training resources
Find training resources to help you understand your role during an outbreak.