H5N2 Avian Influenza Virus

**Semantic type:** Virus

**Definition:** A highly pathogenic subtype of avian influenza A virus. This virus was responsible for a large outbreak of avian influenza in commercial flocks, starting in late 2014 and continuing into 2015.

**Synonyms:** - H5N2 Influenza Virus - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus - Highly Pathogenic H5N2 Avian Influenza Virus