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 ...

"Those enjoying Texas' natural resources have an opportunity to serve as the first line of defense in protecting wildlife, ...

There are concerns New World screwworm flies, which can be dangerous to humans, could cross into southern Texas.

The CDC said screwworms are most common in the tropics and subtropics, but recent cases have appeared in Central America for ...

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Shutterstock / Faisal.k A parasitic screwworm, which was eradicated from the US nearly 60 years ago, is reportedly ...

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.

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.

Texas wildlife officials warn. The New World Screwworm was recently detected in Mexico, and the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife is asking people in South Texas to watch out for animals ...