Df(2L)mir-968-1002-KO/Df(2L)BSC812 females show a significant increase in median lifespan compared to controls.
Some lethality is seen during the larval stage in Df(2L)mir-968-1002-KO/Df(2L)BSC812 animals.
Some lethality is seen during the larval stage in homozygous animals.
Homozygous females show a significant increase in median lifespan compared to controls.
Homozygous males and females are fertile.