vinegar fly
The term "vinegar fly" primarily refers to small flies of the Drosophilidae family, often found around fermenting fruit and used extensively in genetic research.
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Definition
B2Entomology
(scientific)A small fly from the Drosophilidae family, commonly found near fermenting fruit and organic matter.
Example
- Vinegar flies are often seen around ripe bananas and other decaying fruits.
B2Genetics
(scientific, academic)A type of fruit fly often used in genetic research due to its simple genome and short life cycle.
Example
- The vinegar fly, particularly Drosophila melanogaster, is a model organism in genetic studies.
Similar
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