Bird flu is a disease that affects birds but can infect humans through contact with infected birds. There are three types of bird flu viruses: A, B, and C. Type A is considered lethal as it causes birds to become very ill quickly. Bird flu is caused by influenza viruses, particularly dangerous strains like H5N1. Symptoms in birds range from mild like ruffled feathers to severe involving multiple organ failure. Human symptoms initially include high fever and flu-like symptoms but can progress to include diarrhea, vomiting, and bleeding. Treatment involves antiviral drugs like oseltamivir which can help patients survive lethal bird flu strains.