Calypter
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Calypter is a noun meaning (biology, entomology) Either of two rounded lobes at the posterior base of the wing in many true flies.
Meaning
(biology, entomology) Either of two rounded lobes at the posterior base of the wing in many true flies.
Example Sentences
The wings are hyaline and slightly smoky yellowish, while the calypters and wing fringes are pale yellowish (Steyskal, 1980).
The acrosticals are irregularly paired, with numerous accessory setulae between the rows; the lower calypters protrude distinctly beyond the margin of the upper;[…].
Traditionally this taxon^([Schizophora]) is subdivided into Calyptratae and Acalyptratae, based respectively on the strong or reduced development of the lower calypter.
Word Forms
- calypters
Synonyms for calypter
Depending on context, synonyms include alula.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include alula, calyptra, calyptopis, calyptera, calycophyll, calyptope.
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