Found nearly worldwide, blow flies are important decomposers that contribute to the cycling of nutrients in the terrestrial ecosystems they inhabit. These insects can rapidly colonize carrion (rotting flesh) and other decaying organic matter, helping to break these materials down. Adult and larvael blow flies (maggots) also play an important role in food webs throughout the world.
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