eating screwworm arrives in US with first case in Texas
The New World Screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in a calf in Texas for the first time since 1966. Authorities are implementing quarantine zones and planning to release sterile flies to prevent the spread of the infestation.
Why it matters
The re-emergence of this parasite poses a significant threat to the US livestock industry, potentially impacting beef production and consumer prices.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Oliver O Connell Reuters Larvae of the screwworm fly collected from infected cows A flesh-eating parasite that feeds on warm-blooded animals has been detected in the US for the first time since 1966.
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