Which statement about reportable foreign animal diseases is true?

• A. Fowl Cholera Is Not Reportable
• B. Newcastle Disease And Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Are Reportable Foreign Animal Diseases
• C. Marek's Disease Is A Foreign Animal Disease
• D. Infectious Laryngotracheitis Is A Foreign Animal Disease

Answer: (B)

The key idea is regulatory status: which diseases are designated as reportable foreign animal diseases (FADs) because they pose a high risk to animal health, economy, and trade and require swift reporting and response.

Newcastle disease and highly pathogenic avian influenza are classic examples of reportable FADs. They have the potential for rapid spread, high mortality, and significant trade and public-health implications, so authorities mandate immediate reporting and containment actions when suspected or detected.

In contrast, the other poultry diseases listed are common endemic diseases and are not classified as foreign animal diseases that require international notification. They may be reportable within certain states or for surveillance, but they do not carry the same regulatory designation as FADs that trigger urgent national and international response.