Lucilia sericata, sheep blowfly
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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
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Arthropod Arthropoda Artiodactyl Artiodactyla Blow Blow Fly Blowfly Bovid Bovidae Calliphorid Calliphoridae Caprinae Diptera Epitheria Eutheria Even Toed Ungulate Hexapod Hexapoda Infected Greenbottle
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1. Title: "The Unseen Predator: Lucilia sericata, the Sheep Blowfly, and the Devastating Impact on Livestock Health" 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures the destructive power of nature, as a sheep, an even-toed ungulate from the Bovidae family, bears the brunt of a Lucilia sericata, or sheep blowfly, infestation. The image, taken in Sarbogard, Hungary by renowned photographer Martin Hall, reveals the raw reality of myiasis, a disease caused by the larvae of these flies. 3. Background: Lucilia sericata, commonly known as the green bottle fly or greenbottle blowfly, is a calliphorid fly belonging to the Diptera order and the Chrysomyinae subfamily. These flies are part of the vast Arthropoda phylum, which also includes insects and other arthropods. The flies are notorious for their role in the life cycle of various animals, including sheep, by laying their eggs in wounds, leading to the development of maggots that feed on the living tissue. 4. Impact: The presence of these flies can lead to significant health issues for the affected livestock, including pain, infection, and even death. The infestation can also result in substantial economic losses for farmers due to decreased productivity and increased veterinary costs. 5. Conservation: While these flies play a crucial role in the ecosystem as decomposers and scavengers, their impact on livestock health necessitates careful management. Farmers employ various methods, such as regular animal inspections, wound treatment, and the use of insecticides, to minimize the risk of myiasis outbreaks. 6. Conclusion: This striking image serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between humans, livestock, and the natural world. It highlights the importance of understanding the behaviors and impacts of various organisms, such as the sheep blowfly, and the role they play in our daily lives and agricultural practices.
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