The Irish-born white-tailed eagle found dead with avian flu recently had not left Ireland, it has been confirmed by the Irish Raptor Study Group (IRSG).

Satellite tracking shows it spent the last few months in Munster and Co Galway, and authorities are currently trying to identify the cause of this case of avian flu.

The Department of Agriculture has said that there are a number of reported cases of avian flu in Britain.

It is possible that the eagle came in contact with one of these birds, but this is unknown as of yet, the group said.

A bird flu prevention zone has been established in England and Wales in recent weeks.

Poultry farmers have called for all free-range birds to be housed following confirmation of the discovery of the positive case.

The group has urged the public to contact the appropriate authorities if they have any concerns relating to dead birds.

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