Imprecise excision of P{PZ}scat1 generates a 1571bp deletion within scat.
A 1571bp deletion resulting from the imprecise excision of P{PZ}scat1 that starts at the P element and removes downstream scat sequences.
scatΔ312 homozygotes are semi-lethal, and exhibit a male-biased ratio. Females exhibit progressive decreases in flight and climbing ability; they show progressive thorax muscle degeneration.