The Blow Fly Chrysomya megacephala as a carrier of pathogen bacteria
This project explores the bacterial diversity associated with the external surface of the fly Chrysomya megacephala (Calliphoridae), a mechanical vector of pathogens of medical and veterinary importance, collected from urban, rural, and forest environments. Using 16S rRNA gene metabarcoding sequencing with Nanopore MinION technology, the study characterizes diverse bacterial communities and provides key insights into the ecological and sanitary role of this species across different habitats.