Preliminary testing of a house crow found dead in Shek Kip Mei has indicated a suspected case of H5 avian influenza, the Agriculture, Fisheries & Conservation Department says.  More tests are being conducted.

The carcass was collected on Tai Hang Tung Estate yesterday.

All three earlier suspected cases -- involving a dead large-billed crow found in Yau Yat Tsuen, a dead munia found on Repulse Bay Road, and a dead white-backed munia found in Wan Chai -- were confirmed to have H5N1 virus after tests.

People are reminded to observe good personal hygiene. They should avoid personal contact with wild birds and live poultry, and clean their hands thoroughly after coming into contact with them.