halteres (Meaning)
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halteres (n. pl.)
Balancers; the rudimentary hind wings of Diptera.
Synonyms & Antonyms of halteres
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halteres Sentence Examples
- Bees rely on halteres, specialized organs, for stability and maneuvering during flight.
- Halteres function as gyroscopic sensors, providing feedback on the insect's body movements.
- The halteres' rapid vibrations create a vibrating sound, which helps communicate between bees.
- Flies, like bees, possess halteres that aid in their aerial maneuvers.
- Some dipterans, such as midges, have reduced or vestigial halteres due to their slow and steady flight patterns.
- Researchers study the halteres of insects to gain insights into the evolution of flight mechanisms.
- Halteres are composed of a knobbed base and a long, slender stalk.
- The knobbed base of the haltere contains sensory cells that detect changes in direction.
- The halteres' flexibility allows them to respond quickly to changes in motion.
- Halteres serve as remarkable examples of the complex adaptations that have shaped the insect world.
FAQs About the word halteres
Balancers; the rudimentary hind wings of Diptera.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Bees rely on halteres, specialized organs, for stability and maneuvering during flight.
Halteres function as gyroscopic sensors, providing feedback on the insect's body movements.
The halteres' rapid vibrations create a vibrating sound, which helps communicate between bees.
Flies, like bees, possess halteres that aid in their aerial maneuvers.
