Flesh-Eating Screwworm Detected in Texas Calf for First Time in Decades

Federal and state officials confirmed the presence of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly, in a 3-week-old calf in Texas. This marks the first detection of the invasive species in the state in decades, posing a severe threat to livestock and wildlife. Immediate eradication efforts are underway to prevent the spread of this devastating parasite.