The screwworm fly in Libya: a threat to the livestock industry of the Old World
Gabaj, M.M.; Wyatt, N.P.; Pont, A.C.; Beesley, W.N.; Awan, M.A.; Gusbi, A.M.; Benhaj, K.M.
Veterinary Record 125(13): 347-349
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0042-4900 PMID: 2815502 Document Number: 338104
The recent appearance of Cochliomyia hominivorax in Libya [see also Veterinary Record, 124: 103, 152 (1989)] is documented, and information is provided on its identification, life cycle and geographical distribution. The species is probably the most economically important insect pest of mammalian livestock in the world. Its appearance in the Old World is cause for concern. Since March 1988, cases of myiasis have been found in sheep, cattle, goats, camels, horses, dogs, man and a zoo monkey in 2 foci, around Tripoli (up to 100 km west, south and east of this city) and around Benghazi. The calliphorid appears to be well established in Libya.