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genus calliphora

 

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Noun genus calliphora has 1 sense
  1. Calliphora, genus Calliphora - type genus of the Calliphoridae: blowflies
    --1 is a kind of arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Calliphoridae, family Calliphoridae
    --1 has members: blowfly, blow fly

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Genus Calliphora

Description

Genus Calliphora refers to a group of flies commonly known as bluebottles or blowflies. These medium-sized insects belong to the family Calliphoridae and are known for their metallic blue or greenish-blue coloration. They are found in various regions around the world and play an important role in forensic entomology.

Sample Sentences

1. The genus Calliphora includes several species of blowflies that are crucial in estimating time of death in forensic investigations.

2. Bluebottles, a type of genus Calliphora, can be commonly spotted near decaying organic matter.

3. The metallic sheen of the Calliphora flies fascinated the young entomologist.

4. The local authorities are studying the behavior and life cycle of the Calliphora genus in order to better understand crime scene recovery.

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