‘Horror’ flesh-eating New World screwworm case detected in Texas: USDA

Screwworm's maggots typically enter an animal through an open wound and feed on its living flesh, eventually killing the host if left untreated. In rare cases, they will infect humans.

‘Horror’ flesh-eating New World screwworm case detected in Texas: USDA
Screwworm's maggots typically enter an animal through an open wound and feed on its living flesh, eventually killing the host if left untreated. In rare cases, they will infect humans.