Calliphora
Scientific name: Calliphora
Calliphora
Scientific name: Calliphora
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Description
Despite the often negative connotations associated with Calliphora, these creatures are invaluable to forensic science. Renowned for their rapid response to deceased organisms, Calliphora arrives within just a few hours of death. Their larvae, or maggots, developed on decaying tissue, serve as crucial indicators in estimating the time of death in criminal investigations. This application showcases a profound intersection of nature and law enforcement, revealing how even the most loathed organisms have significant roles in scientific advancements.
Species of Calliphora
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