insect prothoracic metatarsus

prothoracic basitarsus

First tarsal segment of the prothoracic leg. Proximally, it articulates with the tibia and distally with the second tarsal segment. Its surface is covered with eight longitudinal rows of bristles and with transverse rows of bristles (TR) in the anterior compartment, between proximo-distal rows 7 and 8. There is sexual dimorphism in the number of TRs (transverse row bristles, TR). In males, 2 TRs are replaced by the sex comb and one central bristle.

Type Organ
Parent Structure insect metatarsus
Latin Name prothoracic basitarsus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the insect prothoracic metatarsus?
First tarsal segment of the prothoracic leg. Proximally, it articulates with the tibia and distally with the second tarsal segment. Its surface is covered with eight longitudinal rows of bristles and with transverse rows of bristles (TR) in the anterior compartment, between proximo-distal rows 7 and
What is the Latin name for the insect prothoracic metatarsus?
The Latin name for the insect prothoracic metatarsus is prothoracic basitarsus.

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