Florida researchers say 'tequila worms' in mezcal bottles are moth larvae
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University of Florida researchers examined DNA sequences from so-called "tequila worms" in mezcal bottles and discovered that they were actually agave redworm moths.
Researchers extracted DNA from "worms" found in various brands of mezcal. The bottles were purchased between 2018 and 2022 from both Mexican and American distributors.
Analysts examined 18 DNA sequences and concluded that the "worms" were actually agave redworm moths called Comadia redtenbacheri. Infant moths are considered caterpillars.
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