First record of genus Dahl (Diptera: Phoridae) associated with rabbit carcasses placed in concealed environments in Malaysia

Scuttle flies (Diptera: Phoridae) are the most diversified insect family with astounding broad spectrum of habitats and morphologies [1]. There are many species recorded as feeders on decomposing vertebrates/invertebrates and decaying organic matters, including human corpses [2–7]. In forensic entomology, scuttle flies due to their small size are able to enter narrow openings of concealed environments to breed on human corpses. This feature may allow investigators to use scuttle flies as preferred specimens to estimate post mortem interval (PMI) [8].
Source: Forensic Science International - Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Tags: Rapid Communication Source Type: research