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hemelytron (n.)
Alt. of Hemelytrum
hemelytron Sentence Examples
- The hemelytron, a modified forewing of certain insects, protects its delicate hindwings.
- The hemelytron of the squash bug is leathery and opaque, providing a barrier against predators.
- Hemelytra often exhibit intricate patterns and colors, contributing to the insect's camouflage and courtship displays.
- Certain beetles have hemelytra that form a protective shield over their entire body.
- The shape and texture of the hemelytron vary greatly among insect species, reflecting their diverse adaptations.
- The hemelytron of the water strider provides buoyancy and stability on the water's surface.
- The hemelytron of the assassin bug contains a venom gland, which it injects into its prey.
- In some insects, the hemelytron's tip is modified into a hook or spine for defense or sensory functions.
- The fossilized hemelytra of ancient insects provide valuable insights into their evolutionary history.
- The study of hemelytra, known as hemelytrology, is a specialized field of insect morphology.
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Alt. of Hemelytrum
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The hemelytron, a modified forewing of certain insects, protects its delicate hindwings.
The hemelytron of the squash bug is leathery and opaque, providing a barrier against predators.
Hemelytra often exhibit intricate patterns and colors, contributing to the insect's camouflage and courtship displays.
Certain beetles have hemelytra that form a protective shield over their entire body.
