https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-fox-tapeworm-linked-to-lethal-disease-detected-in-west-coast-wildlifeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-fox-tapeworm-linked-to-lethal-disease-detected-in-west-coast-wildlifehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-fox-tapeworm-linked-to-lethal-disease-detected-in-west-coast-wildlife#u2116Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:11:19 +0000The parasitic tapeworm *Echinococcus multilocularis*—known as the fox tapeworm—has been detected in wild animals along the U.S. West Coast for the first time, including coyotes in the Pacific Northwest. The parasite, which causes echinococcosis, a severe and potentially fatal disease in humans, was previously found in 37% of coyotes near Puget Sound. Health officials stress the risk of human infection remains low but warn of its growing presence beyond historic ranges. Dog owners, hikers, and residents in Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia are advised to take precautions.What's confirmed https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-fox-tapeworm-linked-to-lethal-disease-detected-in-west-coast-wildlifehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-fox-tapeworm-linked-to-lethal-disease-detected-in-west-coast-wildlife#u949Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:21:09 +0000A lethal tapeworm, *Echinococcus multilocularis*, has been found in 37% of coyotes near Puget Sound—its first detection in wild animals on the U.S. West Coast. The parasite causes echinococcosis, a severe, cancer-like disease in humans. Researchers warn of potential spread but emphasize human infection risk remains low. Health officials urge caution as the parasite expands beyond its historic range.What's confirmed:The tapeworm *Echinococcus multilocularis* has been detected in 37% of coyotes tested around Puget Sound, Washington, marking its first appearance in wild animals on the U.S. West C