シマバエ
Meanings
1
lauxaniid fly
usually written using kana alone
A fly of the family Lauxaniidae; a technical term used in entomology.
Lauxaniid flies are mainly found in moist environments.
2
flesh fly
A fly of the family Sarcophagidae; often associated with decaying matter. Cross-referenced with 肉蠅 (flesh fly).
See also: ニクバエ
Flesh flies sometimes lay eggs on decaying meat.