Drosophilidae
A family of the order DIPTERA. These flies are generally found around decaying vegetation and fruit. Several species, because of their short life span, giant salivary gland chromosomes, and ease of culturing, have been used extensively in studies of heredity.
Year introduced: 1995
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Tree Number(s): B01.050.500.131.617.720.500.500.750.310
MeSH Unique ID: D018428
Registry Number: txid7214