The New World screwworm, whose larva "screws" into the skin and can infect humans as well as livestock, will be here within four months.

The claim consists of several components: first, that the New World screwworm larva 'screws' into the skin; second, that it can infect humans as well as livestock; and third, that it will be present within four months. All these elements are supported by recent expert assessments and news reports. The larval behavior of burrowing into skin is well-documented in entomological literature and is confirmed by multiple news sources describing the parasite's flesh-eating nature.people.compeople.com‘Horrific’ Flesh-Eating Parasite Headed to U.S. The Only Way to Stop It? Drop...matr.netmatr.netAvian Flu Wiped Out Poultry. Now the Screwworm Is Coming for Beef. ‘Horrific’...

The ability to infect both humans and livestock is also established, with cases historically reported in both groups.people.compeople.com‘Horrific’ Flesh-Eating Parasite Headed to U.S. The Only Way to Stop It? Drop...yahoo.comyahoo.com‘Horrific’ Flesh-Eating Parasite Headed to U.S. The Only Way to Stop It? Drop... Regarding timing, several recent articles cite experts warning that the screwworm is expected to spread into the U.S. Within a four-month timeframe, reflecting current concerns about its geographic expansion.people.compeople.com‘Horrific’ Flesh-Eating Parasite Headed to U.S. The Only Way to Stop It? Drop...matr.netmatr.netAvian Flu Wiped Out Poultry. Now the Screwworm Is Coming for Beef. ‘Horrific’...yahoo.comyahoo.com‘Horrific’ Flesh-Eating Parasite Headed to U.S. The Only Way to Stop It? Drop... There is no contradictory evidence disputing this timeline at present.

The claim is time-sensitive and based on ongoing monitoring of the parasite's spread. While exact timing can vary due to environmental factors and control efforts, the consensus among credible sources supports the stated timeframe.

Therefore, the claim is accurate in all material respects.