The Flesh-Eating Screwworm’s Comeback Is Now Killing People, Too
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The flesh-eating New World screwworm is making a comeback in North America, and it's no longer just a livestock problem. Gizmodo reports the parasite is now infecting people too, according to a new report. Screwworm larvae feed on living tissue, which is what makes this pest so dangerous to both animals and humans.
Source: https://gizmodo.com/the-flesh-eating-screwworms-comeback-...
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