The screwworm fly in Libya: a threat to the livestock industry of the Old World.

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English

Gabaj MM, Wyatt NP, Pont AC, Beesley WN, Awan MA, Gusbi AM, Benhaj KM.

Department of Entomology, British Museum (Natural History), London.

Vet Rec. 1989 Sep 23;125(13):347-9.

Abstract

The screwworm fly, Cochliomyia hominivorax (Coquerel), is the most serious insect pest of cattle in the New World. It has recently been recorded in Libya, where it appears to have become established. This article documents these recent finds, and provides background information on the recognition of the fly, its biology, distribution and importance.

Keywords: The screwworm fly in Libya: a threat to the livestock industry of the Old World.

Link/DOI: http://veterinaryrecord.bvapublications.com/cgi/content/abstract/125/13/347