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Insect detectives

Forensic entomology

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Insects are increasingly being used to trace absconding murderers. A fascinating branch of insect science (entomology)—forensic entomology—is introduced in this article.

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  1. M Lee Goff,A fly for the prosecution: How Insect evidence helps solve crimes. Harvard University Press, 2000.

  2. K G V Smith,A manual of forensic entomology, British Museum (Natural History), London, 1986.

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  1. District Malaria Officer, District Medical Office of Health Mananthavady, 670635, Wayanad Kerala, India

    P. K. Sumodan

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Sumodan, P.K. Insect detectives. Reson 7, 51–58 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02836024

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