FlyBase:New to Flies

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FlyBase is a database of genetic and molecular data for D. melanogaster and other Drosophila species, targeted to an audience of research professionals. The resources listed here may be especially useful to those new to flies.

Learning how to use Drosophila

A basic introduction to Drosophila can be found at:

Manchester Fly Facility has a large compendium of Drosophila-related links for the public, educators, and students. These include information on Drosophila as a model system, general fly-related info, Drosophila movies and images, fly-related equipment, tools, and materials, information for teaching Drosophila at schools and universities, and the history of Drosophila research.

Images and movies describing Drosophila development can be viewed at FlyMove:

Learning Drosophila genetics

If you're new to flies and would like to learn how to design a genetic mating scheme, there is a four-part training package available from John Roote and Andreas Prokop, found here:

Computer-simulated genetic experiments can be performed at the following sites:

Links to these and many other Drosophila resources can be found at Gerard Manning's Drosophila Virtual Library:

How to use FlyBase

All of FlyBase's publications and presentations are on our wiki, and are a great starting place for learning how to use more of FlyBase's features.

FlyBase Frequently Asked Questions

If you have questions, please don't hesitate to contact FlyBase directly.

Social media and online groups

FlySlack

For a historical perspective of 26 years of Drosophila discussion online, visit the archive of the bionet.drosophila bionet.drosophila discussion group.