How Do I Report A Suspected New World Screwworm Case?
In Texas, report suspected cases in livestock directly to the Texas Animal Health Commission Region Office or the State veterinarian on call at 1-800-550-8242.
Contact a local TAHC region office between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
TAHC Region Offices
- Amarillo (806) 641-7000
- Beeville (361) 358-3234
- Giddings (979) 212-5440
- Laredo (956) 568-5741
- Stephenville (512) 556-6277
- Sulphur Springs (903) 919-3748
After hours (5 p.m. - 8 a.m.) and on weekends contact the state veterinarian on call, (800) 550-8242.
Livestock producers or owners outside of Texas who suspect screwworm should contact their veterinarian to evaluate the animal or herd. Find an accredited veterinarian.
Animal health professionals report suspected cases to the APHIS Area Veterinarian in Charge and State animal health officials. Use the dropdown below to access the website for your State animal health officials.
SOURCE: USDA-APHIS
REPORT SIGHTINGS
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department:
If you see live animals with live maggots, report immediately. Early detection is key. Do not delay if you suspect an NWS infestation. Reporting is crucial to managing and eradicating an NWS Infestation.
While all warm-blooded mammals can be infested with NWS, white-tailed deer, jackrabbits, cottontails, small mammals and turkeys are more commonly affected. Report native wildlife sightings to a TPWD biologist or call (512) 389-4505.
Find a Wildlife Biologist
HUMANS
Contact your regional zoonosis control veterinarian.
Texas Department of State Health Services:
NWS and Humans
Zoonosis Control Contact Information
DOMESTIC PETS
Contact your local veterinarian.
SOURCE: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department