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Why is the US planning to drop millions of flies from planes? It’s a high-stakes response to the deadly New World screwworm outbreak that threatens livestock across the southwestern US. These flesh-eating fly larvae are invading from Central America, infecting animals through open wounds. The USDA aims to curb this threat by releasing sterilized male flies — a proven method from the 1960s — to reduce screwworm reproduction. With 35,000+ infestations reported since 2023, and cattle ports already closing, a new “fly factory” is being launched near Texas. Could science win this biological battle again? And how soon can this swarm strategy protect American farms?
Question & Answer Section:
Question: What are New World screwworms?
Answer: Flesh-eating fly larvae that infect live animals.
Question: How is the US fighting them?
Answer: By releasing sterilized male flies to stop reproduction.
Question: Is this dangerous to people?
Answer: No flies are sterile and not harmful to humans.
Question: When did this threat return?
Answer: The outbreak started in 2023 and reached Mexico by November.
Question: What’s the risk to US livestock?
Answer: Huge infestation can kill animals in 1–2 weeks.
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