hemelytra (Meaning)
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hemelytra (pl.)
of Hemelytrum
Synonyms & Antonyms of hemelytra
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hemelytra Sentence Examples
- The insect's hemelytra, hardened forewings, protect its delicate hindwings.
- The tip of the forewing, the clavus, is differentiated into a suture known as the hemelytral suture.
- In some insects, the hemelytra are reduced or completely absent.
- The hemelytron is composed of two layers: the corium and the membrane.
- The veins within the hemelytron form a distinctive pattern that can be used for species identification.
- Some species of wasps have modified hemelytra called tegulae, which serve as protective covers.
- The hemelytra of certain aquatic insects, such as water boatmen, have specialized adaptations for swimming or gliding.
- In true bugs (Hemiptera), the hemelytra overlap at the midline, forming a protective shield over the abdomen.
- The hemelytron's hardened exterior provides effective protection against predators and environmental damage.
- The study of hemelytra, known as hemelytrology, is a specialized field within entomology.
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of Hemelytrum
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The insect's hemelytra, hardened forewings, protect its delicate hindwings.
The tip of the forewing, the clavus, is differentiated into a suture known as the hemelytral suture.
In some insects, the hemelytra are reduced or completely absent.
The hemelytron is composed of two layers: the corium and the membrane.
