The Calliphoridae of Forensic Significance

The Calliphoridae of Forensic Significance offers a focused and in-depth discussion on the biology, ecology, and behavior of blow flies relevant to medico-legal entomology in North America. Moving from introductory information to advanced applications, this book covers recent developments, current challenges, and research needs for the calliphorids most relevant to forensic entomology and how these topics can influence the use of these insects in the court of law. The book will be useful for students enrolled in forensic entomology, biological forensics, forensic anthropology, and related course work, as well as attorneys and law enforcement that utilize entomological evidence in casework.

• Summarizes past, present, and future research involving Calliphoridae of forensic significance
• Establishes linkages from basic research to applications in forensic entomology and carrion ecology
• Provides in-depth coverage of the taxonomy, diversity, biology, ecology, behavior, genetics, evolution, and physical evidence pertaining to forensically significant calliphorids
• Provides taxonomic and photographic keys of larvae and adults of forensic significance in North America to aid in identification