Preliminary testing of two silver-eared mesias found dead in Mong Kok has indicated a suspected case of H5 avian flu, the Agriculture, Fisheries & Conservation Department says.

The carcasses were collected by department staff at 101 - 109 Boundary Street following a public referral on February 7.

Stalls in the Bird Garden in Mong Kok were inspected today and no problems were found. The department will keep close surveillance of pet bird stalls in the garden.

As for a suspected case involving a dead blue magpie found in Sham Shui Po earlier, the bird was confirmed to have H5N1.

People should observe good personal hygiene. They should avoid personal contact with wild birds and live poultry and clean hands thoroughly after coming into contact with them. For more health tips, click here.