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paramere Meaning

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paramere (n.)

One of the symmetrical halves of any one of the radii, or spheromeres, of a radiate animal, as a starfish.

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One of the symmetrical halves of any one of the radii, or spheromeres, of a radiate animal, as a starfish.

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The paramere, a modified clasper, aids in copulation in male insects.

The shape and ornamentation of the paramere varies greatly among insect species.

In butterflies, the paramere is often adorned with scales and projections to enhance mating success.

The paramere interlocks with the female's reproductive organs during copulation to ensure successful fertilization.