But then wouldn't it be called "weasel flu?"

Bird Flu Found in Weasel - Like Animal

A German lab has found the H5N1 bird flu virus in a weasel-like animal called a stone marten, officials said Thursday, marking the disease's spread to another mammal species beyond cats.

The only reason I am even posting this item is because it is a good excuse to post cute weasel photos:



"Now, Marge, don't discourage the boy. Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals. Except the weasel." - Homer Simpson