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flesh fly

/ˈfleʃ flaɪ/

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/ˈfleʃ flaɪ/C1formalscientific
  • ruТип мухи, обычно из семейства Sarcophagidae, которая привлекается разлагающейся органической материей и иногда откладывает яйца на падаль или открытые раны.

A type of fly, typically of the family Sarcophagidae, that is attracted to decaying organic matter and sometimes lays eggs on carrion or open wounds.

  1. Type of flyC1formal

    A fly of the family Sarcophagidae, which typically feeds on decaying organic matter and can be a pest.

    ruМясная муха

    • The flesh fly laid its eggs on the rotting meat.
    • Flesh flies are often found near garbage dumps.
    • Entomologists study the life cycle of the flesh fly.