Screwworm threat adds new concern to Texas’ feral hog problem

An invasive species that already costs Texas billions each year is now tied to an even greater threat. Feral hogs, with a population that continues to explode across the state, could play a role in the spread of New World screwworm, heightening concerns for livestock and wildlife.They cause an estimated $1.6 billion in annual agricultural losses across 13 states.?...

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