Chloroprocta

Wulp, 1896

Chloroprocta is a of in the , Chrysomyinae. The genus was described by Wulp in 1896. in this genus are associated with carrion and decomposing matter. The genus contains relatively few described species and is primarily distributed in the Old World tropics and subtropics.

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Distribution

Old World tropics and subtropics, including parts of Africa and Asia.

Ecological Role

Carrionassociated ; develop on decaying animal matter, contributing to and forensic decomposition .

Human Relevance

potential due to predictable of carrion; may occasionally be associated with under unsanitary conditions.

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