Author

Pooja Sharma

An extension entomologist based in Silver Spring, Maryland, Pooja Sharma identifies insect samples sent in by local growers and studies fly biology. She received a master’s degree in entomology from the University of Oregon following undergraduate work in biology. In addition to her lab and diagnostic duties, Sharma contributes to Biology Insights.

Do Maggots Eat Dead Bodies in Coffins?Bugs
Flesh-Eating Flies: Types, Dangers, and Prevention Bugs
What Are Drosophila Sex Combs and Why Are They Important?Biology
Snail Shell Development: Patterns, Colors, and Adaptations Bugs
What Is a Choice Chamber and How Is It Used?Biology
Polyneoptera: Classification, Structures, and Ecological Roles Bugs
Tick Saliva: Its Dangers and Biochemical Components Bugs
Do Flies Feel Pain When You Kill Them?Bugs
Are Flies Strong? The Science of Their Strength Bugs
Do Horse Flies Carry Disease to Humans and Animals?Bugs
Do Maggots Poop? The Science of Maggot Waste Bugs
How Do Mosquitoes Find and Attract to a Host?Bugs
What Attracts Horse Flies? Visual, Chemical & Thermal Bugs
Do Mosquitoes Pee? The Science of Their Excretory System Bugs
Do Maggots Have Mouths? A Look at Their Feeding Process Bugs
Do Blow Flies Bite? The Truth About Their Mouthparts Bugs
Are Flies Attracted to Mold? The Science Explained Bugs
What Is the Zone of Wastage in Forensic Entomology?Bugs
How Long Can Fly Eggs Lay Dormant?Bugs
What Attracts Sand Flies? From Chemical Cues to Heat Bugs
Can Flies Die From Stress? The Science Explained Bugs
Do Slugs Have Feelings? The Science of Pain and Sentience Bugs
Can Fleas Live in Water? The Science of Drowning Fleas Bugs
Do Horse Flies Have Teeth? The Anatomy of Their Bite Bugs
Do Flies Like Salt? The Science Behind Their Attraction Bugs
Can Bugs Have Autism? What Insect Models Reveal Bugs
What Are Maggots? From Decomposers to Medicine Bugs
Do Fruit Flies Like Beer? The Science Behind the Attraction Bugs
Can Maggots Climb Walls? The Biology and Reasons Bugs
The Fly Gut: A Powerful Model for Human Health Research Biology