The scientific name for flying is "volitation," it's a very common phenomenon among birds, insects, and some mammals. Flying allows animals to move through the air efficiently and access resources that aren't available on the ground.

The genus for insects varies depending on the specific species. Some common genera for insects include Apis for bees, Drosophila for fruit flies, and Anopheles for mosquitoes.

The Simuliidae is the scientific name for a black fly. Most people just call these black flies black flies though.

The scientific name for a blow fly is Calliphoridae. These insects are commonly found around decaying matter and are known for their metallic coloring and importance in forensic entomology.

A fly belongs to the family Muscidae in the order Diptera, which includes true flies.

The housefly is a member of the genus Musca, which includes various species of flies. It's species name is Musca domestica.

Mayflies are of the Order Ephemeroptera, meaning winged and short-lived.

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The scientific name for sand flies is Phlebotomus or Lutzomyia, depending on the genus of the specific species. These small insects are known for transmitting diseases such as leishmaniasis through their bites.

The scientific name for a house fly is Musca domestica.

The scientific name for the house fly is Musca domestica.

The scientific name for a horse fly is "Tabanidae."

Flies belong to the order Diptera, which is characterized by having two functional wings for flying. They are a diverse group of insects that includes various species such as house flies, fruit flies, and mosquitoes.

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The scientific name of the housefly is Musca domestica.

Flies have a proboscis, which is a long tube-like structure that they use for feeding. It acts like a tongue, allowing them to consume liquids by sucking them up.

When a fly lands and stays still for a while, it could mean that it is resting or grooming itself. Flies groom themselves by rubbing their forelegs over their eyes and head to clean their sensory organs.

The literary term used in this sentence is personification, where inanimate objects are given human qualities or characteristics. In this case, the flies are described as "sucking insolently," attributing them with the ability to behave in a disrespectful or rude manner.

Fairy flies are parasitic wasps that feed on the larvae of other insects, such as fruit flies. They lay their eggs inside the host's body, and the developing fairy fly larvae consume the host from the inside out.

Piggy, Samneric, and Ralph lie about Simon's death because they are afraid of taking responsibility for their part in the violent mob that killed him. They are overwhelmed by guilt and fear of being held accountable for their actions. Denying the truth allows them to distance themselves from the horrific event.

The author, William Golding, chooses not to reveal the boys' names immediately in "Lord of the Flies" to emphasize their anonymous and equal status in the face of the unfolding events on the uninhabited island. This lack of individual identity contributes to the theme of the loss of civilization and the descent into savagery. Over time, the boys' names are gradually revealed as they become more defined as individuals.

The boys are concerned about their appearance when meeting Jack because they are still trying to maintain a sense of order and civilization in the face of the chaos on the island. They want to present themselves as civilized and put together to try to hold on to their sense of identity and control. This concern for their appearance also reflects their desire to maintain social norms and avoid being judged by others.

In Chapter 9 of "Lord of the Flies," the boys are caught up in a frenzy during Simon's murder. They mistake him for the beast and viciously attack him, eventually leading to his death. The boys are swept up in the chaos and violence of the moment, illustrating their descent into savagery.

Simon chooses not to take a side in "Lord of the Flies" because he embodies goodness and understands the darkness within each individual, making him a neutral and empathetic character. He seeks peace and harmony rather than engaging in the conflict and violence that the other boys succumb to.

He tells them that they need to leave the abandoned island and they need to not argue haha jk that's not true