Muscidae (Diptera)- A Historical Perspective

Abstract

In India, the history of biological research on muscid flies has never been thoroughly reviewed. There is no useful documentation of their recent and past taxonomic, medical, veterinary, and forensic research trends, as well as natural history and ecology studies. In the 75 years since independence, efforts have mostly focused on faunistic surveys. However, new study avenues have emerged in agricultural, medical, and forensic fields, as well as other areas such as molecular, ecological, and microbial research. In order to develop a state-wise perspective, we reviewed all the available old and recent studies on family Muscidae (Diptera) throughout the country and suggested areas for future research.