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UKBlowfly
/blˈəʊflaɪ/
/blˈoʊflaɪ/Blowfly
[NOUN]1
a type of fly characterized by its metallic coloration and its propensity for laying eggs on decaying organic matter
synonyms : blow fly
What is a "blowfly"?
A blowfly is a common insect known for its metallic blue or green coloration and its association with decaying organic matter. It plays a crucial role in the decomposition process by laying eggs on carrion, feces, or other decaying materials. The larvae, commonly referred to as maggots, hatch from the eggs and feed on the organic matter, helping to break it down. Blowflies are often attracted to open wounds on animals and can also be a nuisance in homes and food preparation areas.
Examples
1. And then the dermestids ate the blowflies.
2. Blowflies in general have some pretty macabre reproduction habits.
3. The blowflies, my guess, ate the brain.
4. A single blowfly can lay 300 eggs which will hatch in a single day.
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