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Entomology

The study of insects.

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Entomology

Trachea

Biology; Entomology

One of the minute tubes which permeate the insect body and carry gases to and from the various organs etc. They open to the air at the spiracles.

Triangle

Biology; Entomology

A triangular region near the base of the dragonfly wing, often divided into smaller cells.

Trochanter

Biology; Entomology

The second segment of the leg, between coxa and femur: often very small and easily overlooked.

Tympanum

Biology; Entomology

The auditory membrane or ear-drum of various insects.

Triungulin

Biology; Entomology

Name given to the active 1st- instar larva of oil beetles and some of their relatives: they appear to have 3 claws on each foot.

Salivary glands

Biology; Entomology

Glands that open into the mouth and secrete a fluid with digestive, irritant, or anticoagulatory properties.

Saprophytic

Biology; Entomology

Living on dead or decaying organic matter.

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