Mediterranean Fruit Fly

Ceratitis capitata, the Mediterranean fruit fly, or medfly for short, is a species of fruit fly capable of causing extensive damage to a wide range of fruit crops. It is native to the Mediterranean area, but has spread invasively to many parts of the world, including Australasia and North and South America. Adult medflies lay their eggs under the skins of fruit, particularly where the skin is already broken.

 Mediterranean Fruit Fly

 Mediterranean Fruit Fly

 Mediterranean Fruit Fly

 Mediterranean Fruit Fly

 Mediterranean Fruit Fly Facts

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