Execution of 300 healthy ostriches by firing squad now complete

On November 7, 2025, the execution of 300 healthy ostriches by a firing squad has been completed. This action was taken following claims by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency regarding an infectious H5N1 disease.

The decision to execute the ostriches has raised concerns about animal welfare and the methods used in such situations. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has not provided further details on the specifics of the disease claims.

This incident reflects ongoing challenges in managing animal health and disease outbreaks. As previously reported, similar situations have arisen in the past, prompting discussions on the balance between public health and animal rights.

For more information on related coverage, see the article on recent developments in political negotiations.

Image for Execution of 300 healthy ostriches by firing squad now complete