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Screwworm could be the first species targeted by an 'extinction drive'

We have developed genetic technologies that could wipe out entire species of pests that are harmful to us.

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We have developed genetic technologies that could wipe out entire species of pests that are harmful to us. Columnist Michael Le Page says the flesh-eating screwworm is the most likely first target

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