Texas officials warn public of flesh-eating maggots found in Mexico
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials warn hunters of an invasive flesh-eating parasite recently found in animals in Mexico.
Why a parasitic fly in Mexico is a threat to Texas livestock
The New World screwworm fly, which affects livestock, wildlife and pets, is creeping closer to Texas after decades of ...
TPWD encourages monitoring, reporting of animals affected by New World screwworm
AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department asks hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts in South Texas to monitor for animals affected by New World Screwworm after a recent detection in Mexico. This ...
A flesh-eating parasite was found in Mexico. Here’s what South Texans need to know
South Texas hunters and outdoor enthusiasts will need to monitor animals potentially affected by an infectious disease caused ...
Flesh-eating parasite with ‘sharp mouth hooks’ has US on alert for first time since 1966
The New World Screwworm are larvae and maggots with ‘sharp mouth hooks’ that latch onto open wounds or live tissue on the ...
Texas on alert for invasive flesh-eating parasite not seen since the 1960s
The flesh-eating fly larvae, which were recently detected in Mexico, were declared eradicated from Texas in the 1960s.
What is the New World screwworm and why does it have Texas officials on alert?
"Those enjoying Texas' natural resources have an opportunity to serve as the first line of defense in protecting wildlife, ...
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Texas on alert for invasive flesh-eating parasite not seen since the 1960s
While screwworms primarily infest livestock, they can also affect humans and wildlife ... The eggs hatch into maggots that then burrow into the wound to feed on living flesh before emerging ...
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The New World Screwworm Is Threatening to Texas Animals & Humans
The New World Screwworm, a dangerous parasite, poses a severe threat to livestock, wildlife, and pets in Texas, prompting ...