Dublin Zoo flamingo with avian flu did not die from infectious disease

Other flamingos, who are all vaccinated against avian or bird flu, were 'moved to a controlled area'. Picture: Leon Farrell/ Photocall

A flamingo that tested positive for avian flu at Dublin Zoo did not die from the infectious disease, the Department of Agriculture has confirmed.

Earlier this week, the zoo said it had closed its top attraction of the pink birds, in a precautionary move. It is home to about 100 Chilean flamingos.