New Mexico confirms new case of screwworm in beef cow
New Mexico officials confirmed a new case of New World screwworm on Wednesday but say activity could slow down as temperatures drop. New Mexico officials have confirmed a new case of New World Screwworm, found in a beef cow in Otero County. The Department of Agriculture anticipates activity to decrease as temperatures drop. To prevent the spread of screwwarm, officials have established a 12.4-mile radius infested zone around the affected animal's location. State and federal officials are working to identify any additional cases by expanding surveillance and fly-trapping around affected locations. The New World screworm is a parasitic fly that lays eggs in open wounds and can cause severe injuries and death in livestock, pets, and wildlife.
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EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — New Mexico officials confirmed a new case of New World screwworm on Wednesday but say activity could slow down as temperatures drop.
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