Second flesh-eating screwworm infection reported in cattle in Texas
A second case of the flesh-eating screwworm has been confirmed in Texas, prompting a swift response from state and federal officials. Governor Greg Abbott declared a disaster and announced measures to control the spread of the parasite, including the release of sterile flies. The infections, the first in the U.S. since the 1960s, pose a significant threat to the cattle industry and have led to restrictions on animal movement and a temporary ban on livestock exports to Canada.
- ▪The second case of the flesh-eating screwworm was confirmed by the USDA in Texas.
- ▪Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration and announced measures to control the parasite's spread.
- ▪The infections are the first detected in the U.S. since the 1960s and pose a significant threat to the cattle industry.
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A Texas official works during the state’s response to the screwworm infestation, in Austin, Texas, on 5 June 2026. Photograph: Jay Janner/Austin American-Statesman/APView image in fullscreenA Texas official works during the state’s response to the screwworm infestation, in Austin, Texas, on 5 June 2026. Photograph: Jay Janner/Austin American-Statesman/APTexasSecond flesh-eating screwworm infection reported in cattle in TexasGovernor issued disaster declaration as agencies move to stop spread of parasite, including release of sterile fliesEdward HelmoreSat 6 Jun 2026 10.00 EDTLast modified on Sat 6 Jun 2026 10.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA second case of the flesh-eating screwworm fly has been confirmed in Texas by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), days after an initial…
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