Ends-out homologous recombination results in a deletion of exons 2-6 of alpha-Est7, which are replaced with a a mini-w marker.
α-Est71 flies are weakly sensitive to the insecticide parent molecule 'diazinon'.
The lipid stores of mutant flies are significantly reduced by 24%.
There is no effect on female fecundity in α-Est71 flies.
α-Est71 flies suffer from a median lifespan reduction between 6-14%.
α-Est71 flies show no gross developmental defects and show no difference in fluctuating asymmetry (as measured by counting large and small sternopleural bristles) compared to controls.