Parasitic fly larvae that feed on open wounds of mammals and birds could have devastating impacts on wildlife and cattle in the southwest. To prepare for the infestation some believe is imminent, experts are calling for interagency collaboration, funding and international cooperation to prepare a strategy for dealing with a problem most have not experienced in their lifetime. “It poses a threat to populations of warm-blooded mammals and birds,” said Neal Wilkins, CEO and president of the East Foundation, a private ranch focused on land stewardship, cattle-raising and wildlife conservation. “The penalty for overpreparation is nowhere near the penalty for underpreparation.” Read the full story at the link in our bio.