New screwworm case confirmed in Texas
Summary
A sixth case of New World screwworm has been found in a calf in Texas. The parasite’s larvae burrow into the tissue of animals, causing harm to wildlife and livestock.Key Facts
- The case was found in a calf in La Salle County, Texas.
- This is the second calf in that county infected with the screwworm.
- The parasite is called New World screwworm.
- Its larvae burrow deep into the tissue of infected animals.
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported the case.
- The screwworm can harm both wild animals and farm animals.
- This is the sixth known case of this parasite in Texas.
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