This study presents a comparative analysis of the insect succession on chicken carrion in both indoor and outdoor habitats, highlighting the influence of environmental conditions on decomposition processes. Insect colonization patterns play a crucial role in the breakdown of organic matter, and understanding these patterns is essential for applications in forensic entomology, particularly in estimating post mortem intervals. This experiment was conducted by placing chicken carcasses in controlled indoor and outdoor environments, ensuring consistent initial conditions across both settings. The insect activity was monitored systematically over a defined period, with observations recorded at regular intervals to track the changes in species composition and abundance.

Key insect species, primarily from Diptera (flies) and Coleoptera (beetles), were identified and documented. Their succession rates and colonization patterns were compared between the two habitats to assess the differences in the decomposition dynamics. The results revealed significant variations in the insect community structure and decomposition rates. The outdoor environments exhibited more rapid and diverse insect colonization, driven by environmental factors such as fluctuating temperatures, higher humidity, and exposure to natural elements like wind and sunlight. In contrast, indoor environments, while they were more sheltered from external influences, showed delayed insect succession and a reduced diversity of species, likely due to limited access and more stable microclimatic conditions.

These findings provide valuable insights into how habitat conditions influence insect-mediated decomposition. These results have important implications for forensic investigations, aiding in more accurate estimations of time since death, and contribute to broader ecological studies on nutrient cycling and decomposition in different environments.