New screwworm case confirmed in beef cow in Otero County
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, which was found in a beef cow in Otero County. The Department of Agriculture anticipates activity to slow down as temperatures decrease. 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 expanding surveillance and fly-trapping around affected locations to prevent further infestations. 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.
Pubblicato : 2 giorni fa di Fernie Ortiz in Health Environment
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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