clypeus

American

[klip-ee-uhs] / ˈklɪp i əs /

noun

the area of the facial wall of an insect's head between the labrum and the frons, usually separated from the latter by a groove.

clypeus British

/ ˈklɪpɪəs, ˈklɪpɪˌeɪt /

noun

a cuticular plate on the head of some insects between the labrum and the frons

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clypei

plural

Etymology

Origin of clypeus

1825–35; < New Latin, special use of Latin clypeus, clipeus round shield

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The portion of the face bounded by this groove is called the clypeus.

From Through a Microscope Something of the Science Together with many Curious Observations Indoor and Out and Directions for a Home-made Microscope. by Sargent, Frederick Leroy

Black; closely and strongly punctured; the clypeus, a line on the mandibles, and the scape in front, yellow; tips of the mandibles, the scape above, and the base of the flagellum ferruginous.

From Journal of the Proceedings of the Linnean Society - Vol. 3 Zoology by Various

Brides: Homoptera; two pieces on the face, one each side of clypeus and lower part of front.

From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.

Afternose: a triangular piece below antennae and above clypeus: see postclypeus.

From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.

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