Question

Why drosophila is known as cinderlla of genetics

Answer 1

In addition, many genetic studies and experiments have been conducted on what is known as the “Cinderella” of genetics – Drosophilla  Melanogaster (Fruit fly). ... Drosophila has been used as model organism right from the beginning of the 20th century, in the very early years of the development of the field of genetics.

There are over 2,500 species of Drosophila and, of these, D. melanogaster is the one that has been extensively exploited for research.

Drosophila is one of the most suitable model systems for genetic work due to its short life cycle of about 10 to 11 days at 22 degree C, and high reproductive potential.  It produces a large number of progeny, which is required for statistical analysis of the results.