Drosophila, commonly known as the fruit fly, is a widely used model organism in genetics, developmental biology, and neuroscience. The anatomy of Drosophila melanogaster, one of the most studied species, is well characterized. Here's an overview of its anatomy:
### External Anatomy
1. **Body Segmentation**: The Drosophila body is divided into three main sections:
- **Head**: Contains sensory organs and mouthparts.
- **Thorax**: Comprised