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Hunters could help stop flesh-eating screwworm in US
More than 100 cases of flesh-eating screwworm have been reported in United States animals in 2026, including elk. Hunters can help spot infested wounds early, report suspected cases and slow a parasite that threatens livestock and wildlife.
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