US wildlife reports first screwworm case
The first confirmed case of New World screwworm larvae in U.S. wildlife has been identified in a hunted elk in West Texas, marking the parasite's return after decades of eradication. Authorities also confirmed a case in a beef cow in New Mexico, with a total of 61 cases in Texas and New Mexico reported so far. Hunters are urged to inspect animals carefully for signs of infestation, as the flesh-eating parasite can affect wildlife, livestock, pets, and occasionally humans.
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