Bluebottle - laying eggs on meat UK
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Bluebottle - laying eggs on meat UK
SPH-130
BLUEBOTTLE / Blowfly - laying eggs on meat
UK
Calliphora vomitoria
Steve Hopkin
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Media ID 1835829
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Birth Blowflies Blowfly Bluebottle Bluebottles Development Disease Diseases Eggs Flies Infestation Infestations Laying Eggs Life Cycles Meat Pest Pests Reproduction
Bluebottle Bonanza - When Flies Take Mealtime to a Whole New Level!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Steve Hopkin, we witness the extraordinary life cycle of a bluebottle fly. Talk about being resourceful! This cheeky insect has decided that laying its eggs on meat is the ultimate way to ensure its offspring's survival. With an air of determination, our little bluebottle expertly positions her eggs on a juicy piece of meat in the heart of the United Kingdom. It seems she knows that food infestations are all part and parcel of her job description as nature's clean-up crew. But let's not forget about the potential consequences! While it may be fascinating to observe these tiny creatures going about their business, they can also bring unwanted diseases along for the ride. So, if you're planning a picnic in Europe anytime soon, make sure your sandwiches are well-guarded! Steve Hopkin has truly captured nature at its most intriguing with this snapshot. From birth and development to reproduction and infestation, this image reminds us just how diverse and complex life cycles can be – even when it involves something as seemingly ordinary as flies. So next time you spot one buzzing around your kitchen or garden, take a moment to appreciate their remarkable journey from egg-laying mischief-makers to vital players in our ecosystem. After all, there's more than meets the eye when it comes to these industrious pests!
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