Summary
Wax model of Sheep Blowfly, Lucilia cuprina (Calliphoridae) made by J. Bishop and R.H. Fowler, 1955. The model is magnified x20.
This is the primary strike fly which is responsible for 80% of strikes in Australia. Model based on specimen from G. Letts, Victorian Department of Agriculture.
Physical Description
Model of a fly with a green, hairy body, red eyes and protruding proboscis.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Museum generated from Veterinary Division, Victoria: Agriculture Department
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Maker
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Maker
Mr Richard H. Fowler M.Agr.Sc. - Institute of Applied Science of Victoria, Australia, 1955
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Classification
Agriculture & rural life, Animal husbandry, Veterinary medicine
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
493 mm (Length), 215 mm (Width), 123 mm (Height)
Including base.
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Overall Dimensions
230 mm (Length), 161 mm (Width), 106 mm (Height)
Model only.
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Keywords
Blow Flies (Calliphoridae), Farm Animals, Insects, Plant Pests & Diseases, Sheep Blowfly, Veterinary Medicines, Models & Modelmaking
