The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is urging veterinarians, livestock producers and animal health professionals to remain vigilant about recognizing signs and symptoms of the New World screwworm as the threat of its spread to the U.S. increases.  

The screwworm could pose a threat to U.S. livestock, wildlife and domestic animals, especially those involved in U.S. food systems like beef and dairy cattle, according to FDACS. The threat is most serious to states with warm climates and abundant animal populations, such as Florida. 

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