Dead Bird Reporting and Mosquito Messaging

California WNV and Dead Bird Call Center is open for reports from the public:

• Phone: 1-877-WNV-BIRD (1-877-968-2473)
• Online: https://westnile.ca.gov/report

*Note for 2025 season: The Call Center is able to take phone reports in Spanish. For questions about Call Center operations, please contact: Marie.Cerda@cdph.ca.gov

To assist with WNV outreach and communications, CDPH has resources and sample messaging available: 

• WNV & Mosquito Social Media Plan for Local Agencies (updated)
• WNV Sample Social Media
  • Updated graphics available
  • Dead bird reporting messages available in English and Spanish (see PR Committee Google Drive)
  • Please contact CDPH for other sample messaging in Spanish: VBDS@cdph.ca.gov
• WNV brochure (available in English and Spanish)
  • To order print copies free-of-charge, please email: VBDS@cdph.ca.gov