NEWS: Screwworm has been detected in Texas, USDA confirmed – marking a serious threat to US cattle and other animals
— Grace Yarrow (@YarrowGrace) June 4, 2026
Larvae of the parasite were found in the umbilical cord of a 3 week old calf
Screwworm was eradicated from the US in 1966
We know where this is going.
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I don’t think Mexico ever eliminated them. Sadly, like wolves up here, critters don’t respect national boundaries. I’m glad they are nabbing it early.
Screwworm isn’t the only disease leaking across our porous borders…