flies

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Sterilization programs for male screwworm flies previously helped eradicate the parasite from the U.S.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The team found that motor control in fruit flies mostly occurs locally.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

And many think this is Musk's Icarus moment – when he flies too close to the sun.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

At a press conference Monday afternoon, federal and Texas officials are putting sterile flies at the center of their effort to control New World Screwworm.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“I’ve been eating flies all morning. They’re at their best today.”

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig