Drosophila melanogaster is a species of fly in the family Drosophilidae, most commonly known as the fruit fly or vinegar fly. It is drawn to rotting fruit and fermenting beverages and is frequently found in orchards, kitchens, and pubs. This description is adapted from Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0; changes were made. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
Facts
Classification
System (Realm) Scientific NameDrosophila melanogaster 2 Connections
Child Taxon Of
Diptera, Taxa Source Wikidata: Drosophila melanogaster
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Sources
1. GBIF Species API
2. Wikipedia: Drosophila melanogaster
Drosophila melanogaster (Wikipedia)
IUCN Red List of Threatened Species
Wikidata: Drosophila melanogaster
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