In Texas cattle country, ranchers brace for flesh-eating screwworms – New India Abroad

 

Texas ranchers are on high alert as the threat of flesh-eating screwworms resurfaces across cattle country. Known for burrowing into livestock wounds and causing severe infections, these parasites once devastated herds before being largely eradicated decades ago. Now, concerns of re-emergence have cattle owners preparing preventive measures to protect their animals. Experts warn that early detection, proper veterinary care, and community-wide vigilance are crucial to stop the spread. For ranchers, the stakes are high—not only for animal health but also for the region’s economy, which heavily depends on cattle. New India Abroad reports that local agencies are stepping up surveillance and urging ranchers to act swiftly against this dangerous livestock threat.