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Various livestock species, including pigs, are at risk of infestation in New World screwworm (NWS) endemic areas. Myiasis due to NWS can impact general health and well-being of pigs and is potentiall…
This factsheet discusses the risk New World Screwworm (NWS) poses for dogs and cats as well as other companion animal species (e.g., rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, etc.). The ensuing myiasis from a N…
This fact sheet helps to explain risks to New World Screwworm (NWS) myiasis to living tissue or flesh of warm-blooded animals including livestock, wildlife, companion animals, and in rare case humans…
This guide outlines the steps to take if NWS is suspected, starting with the core response approach: Inspect. Report. Protect. NWS is known to infest many livestock species, including cattle, goat, s…
This factsheet discusses the threat of New World screwworm (NWS), Cochliomyia hominivorax and the severe wounds caused by feeding on live animal tissue, leading to rapid health declines and even deat…
The guide was developed as a practical reference for identifying, responding to, and communicating about screwworm-related issues for beef Cattle producers. This guide is a very comprehensive and eas…
Fact sheet providing basic information on New World Screwworm including background information, signs of animal feeding on animals, identifying screwworm flies, and potential control products for use…
The Homeowner’s Handbook for Coastal Hazards provides practical, easy-to-understand guidance to help Texas homeowners prepare for storms, reduce risk, and recover more quickly after coastal events.
The New World Screwworm (NWS) Preparedness and Response Education Course is an online, modular training program developed by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in collaboration with USDA Animal and…
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