Calliphoridae 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

Bluebottle eye. Close-up of one of the compound eyes of a bluebottle (family Calliphoridae) fly, showing the individual lenses (ommatidia, hexagonal)

Bluebottle Fly Maggots (Calliphora vomitoria), close up

Blue Bottle Fly, Calliphora vomitoria, overhead view

Blowfly -Calliphora sp. -, on an ivy flower, Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe
Blowfly -Calliphora sp.-, on an ivy flower, Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Blow-fly, carrion fly -Calliphoridae-

Green Bottle Fly -Lucilia sp. -, female, Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe
Green Bottle Fly -Lucilia sp.-, female, Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Flesh fly, Sarcophaga carnaria, adult fly

Housefly (Musca domestica) standing on metal, close up, side view

Bluebottle Fly (Cynomia mortuorum), side view

Coloured SEM of a blowflys proboscis
Proboscis of blowfly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the proboscis of a blowfly, Calliphora vomitoria, also known as the blue- bottle

Head of a Bluebottle C016 / 9189
Bluebottle. Macrophotograph of the head of a bluebottle (family Calliphoridae) fly, showing its large compound eyes. Female bluebottles lay their eggs on meat to ensure a plentiful supply of food for

Bluebottle. Close-up of the head of a bluebottle (family Calliphoridae) fly, showing its large compound eyes (centre left and right). Magnification: x34 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Common greenbottle (Lucilia caesar) feeding on a flower. The common greenbottle is a species of blowfly (family Calliphoridae). Photographed in Poland

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

Flesh-fly - feeding on fruit. Lays live larvae, not eggs. Dorset
ROG-14097 Flesh-fly - feeding on fruit. Dorset. UK Sarcophaga carnaria Lays live larvae, not eggs. Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Banded Blowfly - male feeding on nectar from daisy flower. Maggots develop in corpses. Widespread
ASW-4790 Banded Blowfly - male feeding on nectar from daisy flower. Maggots develop in corpses. Widespread. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Chrysomya albiceps Alan J. S

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Calliphoridae: From Bluebottle Maggots to Flesh Flies" Calliphoridae, commonly known as blowflies or carrion flies, are a diverse family of insects that captivate scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. One notable member is the bluebottle fly (Calliphora), recognized for its vibrant metallic blue coloration. These flies play crucial roles in various ecosystems, despite their unappealing reputation. For instance, Wohlfahrtia magnifica, also known as screwworm fly wound infestations can be devastating to livestock and even humans. Similarly, Cochliomyia hominivorax pupariums pose a threat as new world screwworms. Intriguingly, some species exhibit unique behaviors and adaptations. Cordylobia anthropophaga larvae have an unusual habit of burrowing into human skin causing painful lesions known as tumbu fly larvae infestation. The distinctive bluebottle eye is another characteristic feature that sets these flies apart. A captivating overhead view of Calliphora vomitoria showcases its intricate patterns and mesmerizing beauty. Not limited to just one species, the blowfly family encompasses other members like Lucilia sp. , commonly referred to as green bottle flies. These females are often found on ivy flowers in Germany's Baden-Wuerttemberg region. Among them is Sarcophaga carnaria - a flesh fly with intriguing life cycles and feeding habits. Adult flies of this species aid in decomposition by consuming decaying organic matter. A closer look at bluebottle fly maggots reveals their incredible adaptability and survival skills up close; they thrive in environments where others struggle to survive. As we delve deeper into understanding Calliphoridae's ecological significance and remarkable characteristics such as their striking appearance or peculiar habits like larval infestations or carrion consumption – we gain valuable insights into the intricate web of life that exists around us.