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What happened to Emmanuel the Emu? Support pours in as TikTok sensation falls ill amid bird flu outbreak in farm

How is Emmanuel the Emu keeping up? Details explored as caretaker shares regular updates. (Image via Twitter)
How is Emmanuel the Emu keeping up? Details explored as caretaker shares regular updates. (Image via Twitter/hiitaylorblake)

TikTok sensation Emmanuel the Emu is in a health crisis as bird flu has now reached the Florida farm where he lives. The South Florida farm lost most of its birds due to the flu when the Tiktok famous emu fell sick on Wednesday.

On Saturday, Emmanuel the Emu’s caretaker, Taylor Blake, talked about his condition on social media and shared about the loss of 50+ birds in just 3 days. Blake said:

“We lost 50+ birds in 3 days. I am still trying to wrap my head around it. We thought we were out of the woods, when Emmanuel unexpectedly went down this past Wednesday.”
We lost 50+ birds in 3 days. I am still trying to wrap my head around it. We thought we were out of the woods, when Emmanuel unexpectedly went down this past Wednesday...💔 https://t.co/OPgts2XVWV

How is Emmanuel the Emu's condition now? Caretaker shared updates on the health condition amidst the bird flu outbreak in farm

Taylor, whose family owns Knuckle Bump Farms in South Florida, shared regular updates on Emmanuel's condition. She shared that the emu has nerve damage to his right leg and can’t eat or drink on his own. She also shared pictures of a sling they made for Emmanuel so that they can start physiotherapy for a quicker recovery of the emu. She said:

“We put our brains together and built Emmanuel a sling so that we can start physical therapy with him, in the hopes that he will regain function of his right foot/leg. We have been tweaking and perfecting it over the last 48hrs.”
We put our brains together and built Emmanuel a sling so that we can start physical therapy with him, in the hopes that he will regain function of his right foot/leg. We have been tweaking and perfecting it over the last 48hrs. https://t.co/rnltpoyzAE

She also talked about how people on the farm are trying their best to help the emu conquer the illness. She said:

“I will do anything and go into any amount of debt to save his life. My vet came out and was able to sedate and stabilize him until I could find an avian specialist. I have been treating him around the clock since Wednesday.”
I will do anything and go into any amount of debt to save his life. My vet came out and was able to sedate and stabilize him until I could find an avian specialist. I have been treating him around the clock since Wednesday. https://t.co/ajlvQq2L5U

In a few of her social media posts, Blake talked about how she knows in her heart that God is healing him. She also shared how they have lost every single chicken and duck on the farm, its geese, two female black swans and both the turkeys. She asked social media users and her audience to pray for Emmanuel the Emu’s quick recovery. She also urged netizens to send in some good and positive energy.

For now, I am asking for prayer. I am asking for any and all good energy sent his way. I am asking for anyone who has any experience with large bird physical therapy, please reach out to me. I would love to chat with you about options.

She also shared that the only birds left on the farm are Emmanuel and Rico. She also said:

“Please keep us in your thoughts. It is an absolute miracle that he has made it this far, and I will never give up on him. The road to a full recovery will be long, but I am dedicated.”
As of now, the only birds left on the farm are Emmanuel and Rico. Please say a prayer for us. Please keep us in your thoughts. It is an absolute miracle that he has made it this far, and I will never give up on him. The road to a full recovery will be long, but I am dedicated.

Taylor's constant updates on the emu have Emmanuel’s fans tweeting their wishes for the bird's good health and faster recovery.

I love you so much, Emmanuel😭 https://t.co/MK3uDQUhTZ

Netizens shower their love and blessings for Emmanuel as the Emu bird fights bird flu

Amidst the bird flu crisis and outbreak, where thousands of birds are dying every day, people are hoping that Emmanuel the Emu gets well soon.

@hiitaylorblake What happened? I can’t believe this. I hope he pulls through. Keep him close like you are. He loves you. Emu are very loving and emotional friends. Peace and comfort and love your way.
@hiitaylorblake I've always like animals, and it was through the amazing Emmanuel that I found you and your farm! You can be proud of WHAT you do and HOW you do it, it's mind-blowing how much love and care you put into all the animals you look after ❤️ And they must know it.
@hiitaylorblake I am so so sorry for the indescribable loss you & Kristian have endured. I had absolutely no idea AI could cause the amount of devastation you’ve experienced. I’m shattered for Eliza, Elliot & Ellen. Emmanuel Todd Lopez…you are loved! Sending strength & healing to you ❤️
@hiitaylorblake Our prayers are with you. Your legacy has been cemented in my classroom. People of all ages around the world are in your corner. Good vibes on this journey https://t.co/9K2n7W5XiT
@hiitaylorblake I’m sorry for the loss of all your birds, and am sending all the healing vibes to Emmanuel
@hiitaylorblake Sending along the best get well card I've ever received. I hope it brings you a smile, and I pray Emmanuel finds strength from the divinity within all animals. https://t.co/6avdxgWbZb
@hiitaylorblake From the moment I saw his face and heard you say #EmmanuelDontDoIt he had my ❤️. Sending you, your gf, #EmmanuelToddLopez, & everyone at #KnuckleBumpFarms strength, healing, & peace. Hang in there. ❤️❤️❤️ https://t.co/Tal51lg2e6
@hiitaylorblake All positive light and healing energy your way for Emmanuel and Rico - and a supporting thought to help keep you centered and strong ❤️ love y’all!

At the moment, despite the loss of many birds, the farm is trying their best to save Emmanuel the Emu. The caretaker, along with others, are striving hard to help the emu bird conquer this illness.

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