Screwworm Threat Hits Montana

Texas just got a nasty surprise—the New World screwworm, last seen in 1966, is back, with six confirmed cases in South Texas. This parasitic fly lays eggs in open wounds, and its larvae feast on living flesh, posing a serious threat to livestock and pets. Montana’s Department of Livestock is now cracking down, requiring vet inspections and import permits for all animals entering from infested zones—cattle, horses, dogs, cats, even birds—with proof of health within five days. Officials are also deploying sterile male flies to disrupt reproduction and stop the outbreak before it spreads. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a1c4265313116c68