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About New World screwworm

New World screwworm (NWS), Cochliomyia hominivorax (Coquerel) (Diptera: Calliphoridae) is a devastating pest. When New World screwworm larvae feed on and burrow into the flesh of a living animal, they cause serious, often deadly damage to the animal. 

New World screwworm resources Resources are intended for veterinarian clinics and practices for the purpose of educating clients on New World screwworm, prevention and treatment.