What is the screwworm fly?
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The screwworm fly is a parasitic insect that lays eggs in living tissue of warm-blooded animals, causing severe infestations and economic losses in livestock. The larvae consume the host from the inside out, making it a major threat to agriculture and wildlife.
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U.S. to spend $850M to combat screwworm fly
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- Screwworm fly poses a major threat to livestock and the food supply.
- The last U.S. outbreak was in 2017 and was controlled with sterile fly techniques. 43s
- The U.S. is investing $850 million, including $750 million for a new sterile fly facility. 1m 40s
- The new facility will produce 300 million sterile male flies weekly for targeted release. 1m 54s
- Mexico is partnering with the U.S. to boost eradication efforts and prevent future outbreaks. 2m 6s
