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Entomology

The study of insects.

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Entomology

genal comb

Biology; Entomology

A row of stout spines on the lower border of the cheek of certain fleas.

caecum

Biology; Entomology

A sac or tubelike structure open at only one end.

grub

Biology; Entomology

A scarabaeiform larva, i.e. a thick bodied larva with thoracic legs and well developed head; usually sluggish.

homonym

Biology; Entomology

A scientific name which has been given to two different species. When such an instance comes to light one of the species must be given another name.

palp

Biology; Entomology

A segmented leg-like structure arising on the maxilla or labium. Palps have a sensory function and play a major role in tasting food.

johnston's organ

Biology; Entomology

A sense organ located in the second antennal segment of many insects and particularly well developed in male mosquitoes and certain other Diptera.

cross-vein

Biology; Entomology

A short vein joining any two neighboring longitudinal veins.

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