Journal of Insect Science (2007) 7 (9), 1-8

K.L. Sukontason, N. Bunchu, T. Chaiwong, B. Kuntalue and K. Sukontason (2007)
Fine structure of the eggshell of the blow fly, Lucilia cuprina
Journal of Insect Science 7 (9), 1-8
Abstract: The fine structure of the eggshell of blow fly, Lucilia cuprina (Wiedemann) (Diptera: Calliphoridae), was examined using scanning and transmission electron microscopy. Eggs, 1.09±0.07 mm in length and 0.25±0.05 mm in width, bore a relatively wide plastron that extending along almost the entire length. The polygonal pattern of chorionic sculpture was indistinct. The ultrathin section indicated a multi-layered eggshell having an exochorion, outer endochorion, pillars, an inner endochorion, innermost chorionic layer, and a wax layer. This study provides new information about the fine morphology of blow flies eggs. A key to differentiate the eggs of forensically important flies in Thailand is given.
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Database assignments for author(s): Kabkaew L. Sukontason

Research topic(s) for pests/diseases/weeds:
general biology - morphology - evolution

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Pest and/or beneficial records:

Beneficial	Pest/Disease/Weed	Crop/Product	Country	Quarant.
	Lucilia cuprina		Thailand