👉 H13N6 is a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus strain that has been identified in chickens and turkey meat, which are considered food sources for poultry. This strain infects birds and can spread to humans through contact with infected carcasses or droppings. The virus is closely related to H5N1 but differs from it in terms of its genetic makeup and pathogenicity. It is a concern due to the potential risk of human-to-human transmission and affects poultry production, as