Ophyra capensis(Wiedemann) (Diptera, Muscidae) found inside the esophagus of a mummy in Lisbon (Portugal)
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https://doi.org/10.1590/S0031-10492009000600001Keywords:
Ophyra capensis, Esophagous Infestation, Mummy, Morphology, DipteraAbstract
The present paper aims to describe the material (puparia and adult fragments) of Ophyra capensis (Wiedemann, 1818) (Diptera, Muscidae) recently found inside the esophagus of a mummified body from the XIX century, in Lisbon (Portugal). Illustrations of the material and a brief discussion are presented. Third larvar stadium, pupa and adult of O. capensis and O. ignava are presented.Downloads
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2009-01-01
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Couri, M. S., Cunha, A. M., Souza, S. M. F. M. de, & Laeta, M. (2009). Ophyra capensis(Wiedemann) (Diptera, Muscidae) found inside the esophagus of a mummy in Lisbon (Portugal) . Papéis Avulsos De Zoologia, 49(6), 87-91. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0031-10492009000600001