Calliphorid Collection

Bluebottle maggots
Numerous bluebottle fly maggots or larvae feeding on carrion

Calliphora, bluebottle
A bluebottle laying eggs on carrion

Cochliomyia hominivorax, new world screwworm puparium
The pupa case or puparium of a new world screwworm originating from a human, contracted in Trinidad

Cordylobia anthropophaga, tumbu fly larvae
Larvae of the tumbu fly or putzi fly common in East and Central Africa. Photographed by Martin Hall

Wohlfahrtia magnifica, screwworm fly wound
Chicken with screwworm (Wohlfahrtia sp.) infestation found near Rio Quizer, Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Photographed by Martin Hall

Calliphora, bluebottle
A bluebottle laying eggs on carrion

Blowfly larvae
Mature maggots or larvae of the bluebottle blowfly (Calliphora)

Calliphora vicina, blowfly or blue bottle
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a blowflys wing

Calliphora vicina, blowfly or bluebottle
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showing the smaller units making up the compound eye of a blowfly

Calliphora vicina, blowfly or bluebottle
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a blowfly proboscis (x 85). This specialised mouth-part is used to squirt digestive enzymes onto the food

Wohlfahrtia sp. new world screwworm pupa
New world screwworm (Wohlfahrtia sp.) pupa. Photographed by Martin Hall

Calliphora vicina, blowfly eggs
Eggs deposited by the blowfly (Calliphora vicina). Photographed by Martin Hall

Calliphora vicina, blowfly larva and pupa
The larvae of this blowfly attack people asleep on the ground. Specimen found in Belgian Congo. Photographed by Martin Hall

Cordylobia anthropophaga, tumbu fly
A mounted specimen of the tumbu fly or putzi fly common in East and Central Africa. Photographed by Martin Hall in Marikari Pans, Botswana

Adult new world screwworm fly
A mounted specimen of a Adult new world screwworm fly. Photographed by Martin Hall

Lucilia sericata, sheep blowfly
Myiasis wound on the back of a sheep due to the sheep blowfly (Lucillia sericata) Sarbogard, Hungary. Photographed by Martin Hall

Calliphora vicina, blowfly
A mounted specimen of the blowfly (Calliphora vicina) found in Stanley area of the East Falklands. Photographed by Martin Hall

Calliphora vomitoria, bluebottle laying eggs on carrion
Bluebottles or blow flies lay eggs and feed on rotten meat. Upon emerging from the pupa, adult female blowflies are capable of mating and laying eggs in under 5 days

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Calliphorid: From Bluebottle Maggots to Blowfly Eggs" Calliphorids, commonly known as bluebottle maggots, belong to the family Calliphora. These intriguing insects have captured the attention of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike due to their unique characteristics and behaviors. One notable member of this family is Wohlfahrtia magnifica, also known as the screwworm fly wound. Its larvae infest open wounds in animals, causing severe damage if left untreated. Another species worth mentioning is Cochliomyia hominivorax, or the new world screwworm puparium. This particular insect's pupa stage can be found in animal tissues, posing a threat to livestock. Cordylobia anthropophaga introduces us to another aspect of calliphorids - tumbu fly larvae. Found in tropical regions, these larvae burrow into human skin and cause myiasis if not removed promptly. The diversity within Calliphora itself is remarkable. The blowfly larvae are one such example; they play an essential role in forensic entomology by aiding investigators in estimating time since death based on their life cycle stages. Amongst them is Calliphora vicina, commonly referred to as blowfly or blue bottle. Their eggs hatch into tiny maggots that feed on decaying organic matter while serving as decomposers within ecosystems. Delving deeper into this captivating group reveals even more fascinating members like Wohlfahrtia sp. , with its distinct new world screwworm pupa stage showcasing intricate adaptations for survival. Calliphorids encompass a wide range of species with diverse lifestyles and ecological roles. From bluebottle maggots feeding on carrion to blowfly eggs hatching into voracious scavengers – these insects contribute significantly to our understanding of decomposition processes and provide valuable insights for various fields, including medicine and forensic science.