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Entomology

The study of insects.

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proctodeal valve

Biology; Entomology

In insects, a valve in the anterior end of the hindgut that serves as an occlusor mechanism.

lateral oviduct

Biology; Entomology

In insects, one of the paired lateral ducts of the female genital system connected with the ovary.

stomodeal valve

Biology; Entomology

In insects, the cylindrical or funnel-shaped invagination of the foregut into the midgut.

rectum

Biology; Entomology

In insects, the posterior expanded part of the hindgut, typically pear shaped.

veins

Biology; Entomology

In insects, the rib like tubes that strengthen the wings.

median oviduct

Biology; Entomology

In insects, the single duct formed by the merging of the paired lateral oviducts; this duct opens posteriorly into a genital chamber or vagina.

proterosoma

Biology; Entomology

In mites, the anterior part of the body when there is a demarcation of the body between the second and third pair of legs.

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