Forensic Entomology: An Insect as an Evidence for Legal Investigation

The most prevalent species worldwide that are essential to the process of a corpse's decomposition are arthropods. Forensic entomology's investigations can benefit greatly from the entomological examination of species that are frequently found near carrion. Entomological information has been used since ancient times to help solve a variety of medico-legal cases. The most common use of forensic entomology is the calculation of the post-mortem interval by meticulous examination of the insect fauna present in a corpse that decomposing. Although not always ideal, the environment around a decomposed corpse can have an impact on how quickly it decomposes. Forensic entomologists must take these elements into account. The present article gives a thorough review of the discipline of forensic entomology, including all of its uses, affecting factors, application, drawbacks and developments over time.