Maggots are the larvae of flies, and the term 'maggot, e.g.' is used to refer to any type of fly larvae. The crossword solution for this term is 'LARVA, ' which is a general term for the immature stage of an insect. Larvae typically have a distinct head, thorax, and abdomen, and they often look quite different from the adult form of the insect. Maggots are usually white or yellowish in color and can be found in decaying organic matter, such as food waste or animal carcasses.