06/09/2026
The New World screwworm fly had been eradicated in the U.S., but has recently resurfaced. 🪰
With multiple confirmed cases in South Texas, here's what you need to know about the emerging threat:
🩹 Unlike most fly larvae, New World screwworm maggots feed on living tissue, causing severe wounds and tissue destruction that could lead to death if left untreated.
🐄 The parasite can infect any warm-blooded animal but is more common in cattle, swine, horses, small ruminants and dogs.
🔎 Even small wounds can put animals at risk. Pet and livestock owners should watch for warning signs like maggots, foul-smelling wounds, swelling, pain, avoiding food and water and withdrawing from the herd or other animals.
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