'Small number' of bird flu cases detected at Yeadon Tarn
Leeds City Council says its working with DEFRA to keep an eye on the outbreak
Last updated 18th Feb 2026
A 'small number' of bird flu cases have been detected at a lake in Leeds, its been confirmed.
Leeds City Council says its working closely with public health officials after a number of wild birds were found dead at Yeadon Tarn.
It's urging visitors not to touch or feed wild birds and to report any dead birds found.
A Leeds City Council spokesperson said: "A small number of cases of avian influenza (bird flu) have been confirmed in wild birds at Yeadon Tarn."
"The Avian Influenza virus is currently present in wild birds in the UK and across Europe, cases typically are more likely in Autumn and Winter.
"Leeds City Council colleagues are working closely with DEFRA and other partners to monitor the situation.
"Posters advising visitors on how to help prevent the spread of avian influenza have been placed around the area."