Officials confirm flesh-eating New World screwworm parasite found in US wildlife

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The USDA confirmed the first detection of the flesh-eating New World screwworm parasite in US wildlife. The parasite was found in an elk located on a game ranch in Pecos County, Texas, after the animal was harvested by a hunter. Following this discovery, the USDA has issued warnings to ranchers and hunters, urging them to remain vigilant to help prevent the further spread of this parasite across the United States.
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