New World Screwworm in Texas

As of September 2026, Texas has 1 New World Screwworm alert in the past 30 days (1 confirmed case).

Risk Level
🟡 Moderate
Isolated cases — monitor the situation
Cases (30 days)
1
Total Cases
45
Counties Affected
16

Most recent New World Screwworm alert in Texas: Sep 10, 2026

About New World Screwworm

A parasitic infestation (myiasis) caused by the larvae of the New World screwworm fly, which lay eggs in the open wounds or mucous membranes of live, warm-blooded animals. Unlike most maggots, screwworm larvae feed on living tissue, producing rapidly enlarging, potentially fatal wounds. Eradicated from the United State…

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