New World screw-worm fly larva (Cochliomyia hominivorax). These larvae,or maggots,are native to the New World tropics. They use their sharp mandibles (black) to eat away the flesh of warm- blooded animals,including humans. The adult flies lay their eggs in open wounds,and the larvae burrow their way into the tissue. This can severely damage or even kill the host. After 3-7 days,the larvae fall to the ground to pupate | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / US DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE / JOHN KUCHARSKI |
Taille de l’image : | 2410 px × 3676 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |