The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is appealing for information from the Central Coast community after a suspicious peacock death.
On Thursday 2 January the EPA received a report from a concerned community member about a dead peacock on Coachwood Drive, Ourimbah. The bird had shown signs of a possible poisoning, including diarrhoea and other symptoms.
Community members are being urged to contact the EPA if they are aware of any other peacocks or birds in the area that may have been impacted.
NSW EPA Director Operations, David Gathercole asked the general public to contact the EPA if they have any information about this matter.
“We consider the killing of birds a serious offence and we’re making inquiries in the local area.
“Under the Pesticides Act, it’s illegal to use pesticides to kill or harm non-target animals.
“We encourage anyone with information to come forward by calling our 24/7 Environment Line on 131 555 or emailing info@epa.nsw.gov.au.”
It’s not advisable for members of the public to handle sick or deceased birds. If you find a sick bird WIRES 24/7 Rescue Call Centre can be contacted on 1300 094 737.
Contact details:
EPA MEDIA | JULIA BELL | 0427 310 202
24-hour Media Line (02) 9995 6415 media@epa.nsw.gov.au
