Texas officials warn of "maneater" screwworm that burrows into open wounds, eyes and mouths to lay eggs
Just one fly can lay up to 300 eggs at a time and is drawn "to the odor of a wound or natural opening on a live, warm-blooded ...
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, ...
Texas Issues Parasite Warning—Insect Lays Eggs in Eyes and Mouths
There are concerns New World screwworm flies, which can be dangerous to humans, could cross into southern Texas.
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Texas officials warn of infectious, parasitic worms that ‘screw into flesh’
The New World Screwworm is a larva or maggot of the New World Screwworm fly, which lays eggs in a wound or live tissue like ...
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TPWD encourages monitoring, reporting of animals affected by New World Screwworm
The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the Permian Basin.
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Texas Officials Ring Alarm Bell Over Parasitic Worm
Shutterstock / Faisal.k A parasitic screwworm, which was eradicated from the US nearly 60 years ago, is reportedly ...
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Why a parasitic fly in Mexico is a threat to Texas livestock
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is asking ... livestock and pets for potential signs of the insects. The New World screwworm fly is an insect that’s native to the Western Hemisphere.
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TPWD encourages monitoring, reporting of animals affected by New World screwworm
Jan. 1—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.
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A flesh-eating parasite was found in Mexico. Here’s what South Texans need to know
The New World Screwworm infection was found in a cow during an inspection checkpoint in the state of Chiapas, which borders Guatemala, according to the news release. The Texas Parks and ...