Author: Michael K. NiemelaPublisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 458
Book Description
The Forensically Important Flies of California
Spatial and Temporal Distribution of the Forensically Significant Blow Flies of Los Angeles County, California, United States (Diptera: Calliphoridae)
Author: Royce T. CummingPublisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
Forensic entomology although not a commonly used discipline in the forensic sciences, does have its niche and when used by investigators is respected in crinimolegal investigations (Greenberg and Kunich, 2005). With many species of forensically significant insects being regionally specific, it is often difficult for forensic entomologists to as confidently translate regionally specific studies across drastically differing geographic regions (Brundage, et al., 2011). The purpose of this study is to help create a better temporal and geographic distributional understanding of the blow fly species present in Los Angeles County, California, United States. Twenty-five locations from four ecoregions (coastal mountains, urban, interior mountains, and desert) were regularly surveyed using baited traps for forensically significant blow flies throughout Los Angeles County from July, 2017 through January, 2018. In total 10,875 arthropod specimens were collected, of which 4,933 were the target family Calliphoridae. Six genera and twelve forensically significant species were recorded from the county during this time period. In addition to the current survey, all specimens from the Los Angeles Museum of Natural History and from select literature were included revealing an additional three species not collected during this current survey. Chrysomya rufifacies and Lucilia sericata comprised most the specimens recorded [collectively 87.9% (61.3% and 26.6% respectively)]. Several species define two ecoregions, Lucilia cuprina was only recorded below 1,000 feet elevation in urban disturbed environments, and Calliphora livida and Calliphora vomitoria define the San Gabriel Mountains having only been found there above about 4,000 feet elevation. Temporally, with Los Angeles having a rather Mediterranean climate year-round it is not surprising that most species have wide temporal distributions with only Calliphora terraenovae significantly restricted to only May-June. In summary, summer was the most species rich season with all 15 species recorded, and the San Gabriel Mountains had the highest diversity with 13 of the 15 species occurring there.
Use of DNA Sequences to Identify Forensically Important Fly Species in the Coastal Region of Central California (Santa Clara County)
Author: Angela T. NakanoPublisher:
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Category : Blowflies
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
Flies from the families Calliphoridae, Sarcophagidae, and Muscidae were trapped in meat-baited traps set in a variety of locations throughout the county. Flies were identified using morphological features and confirmed by molecular analysis. A total of 16 calliphorid species, 14 sarcophagid species, and four muscid species were collected and differentiated. This study found more species of flies than previous area surveys and established new county records for two calliphorid species: Cynomya cadaverina and Chrysomya rufifacies. Significant differences were found in fly fauna in different areas of the county (p
The Marsh Flies of California
Author: T. W. FisherPublisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520096653
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Distribution and Abundance of Forensically Important Flies in Santa Clara County
Author: Adrienne Leane BrundagePublisher:
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Category : Blowflies
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Field Guide to California Insects
Author: Kip WillPublisher: University of California Press
ISBN: 0520288742
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 534
Book Description
Beautifully illustrated and approachable, this is the only California-specific, statewide book devoted to all groups of insects. Completely revised for the first time in over 40 years, Field Guide to California Insects now includes over 600 insect species, each beautifully illustrated with color photographs. Engaging accounts focus on distinguishing features, remarkable aspects of biology, and geographical distribution in the state. An accessible and compact introduction to identifying, understanding, and appreciating these often unfamiliar and fascinating creatures, this guide covers insects that readers are likely to encounter in homes and natural areas, cities and suburbs, rural lands and wilderness. It also addresses exotic and invasive species and their impact on native plants and animals. Field Guide to California Insects remains the definitive portable reference and a captivating read for beginners as well as avid naturalists.
A Field Guide to the Domestic Flies of California
Author: California Mosquito Control Association, Visalia. Entomology CommitteePublisher:
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Category : Diptera
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
The Crane Flies of California
Author: Charles Paul AlexanderPublisher:
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Category : Crane flies
Languages : en
Pages : 606
Book Description
Forensic Entomology
Author: Jeffery Keith TomberlinPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1466572418
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
The use of forensic entomology has become established as a global science. Recent efforts in the field bridge multiple disciplines including, but not limited to, microbiology, chemistry, genetics, and systematics as well as ecology and evolution. The first book of its kind, Forensic Entomology: International Dimensions and Frontiers provides an inc
Author: S. Upeka Samarakoon