Koi herpesvirus disease has been confirmed at a fishery near Atherton, Greater Manchester, movements of fish into or out of the affected site have been restricted.
Cefas acting on behalf of Defra has issued a confirmed designation prohibiting the movement of fish to or from Bee Fold Fishery, Bee Fold Lane, Atherton, Greater Manchester. Anglers must ensure they comply with all biosecurity measures in place at this site.
Samples were taken from the affected site following reported deaths of fish.
Koi Herpesvirus disease affects all varieties of carp (Cyprinus carpio), including common carp, mirror carp, ghost carp and koi carp and can result in high rates of fish mortalities.
There are no implications for human health.
Koi herpesvirus is a notifiable disease, any suspicion of its presence should be immediately reported to:
The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) in Weymouth
Tel: 01305 206700
E-mail:fhi@cefas.co.uk
