flesh-eating
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The first case of New World screwworm, a flesh-eating fly that typically feeds on livestock, has been detected a calf in Texas—the first U.S. case in six decades.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Even more recent insights that other people are more dangerous than the flesh-eating undead are played out.
From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026
A ban on imported cattle was implemented to stem the migration of a flesh-eating parasite.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025
The first human case of a flesh-eating parasite infestation has been confirmed in the US, authorities say.
From BBC • Aug. 25, 2025
“No doubt it would be a grand adventure,” she interjected, for she had no wish to dream about flesh-eating piranhas that night; the murderous pheasants had been bad enough.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
