hindwing
noun
either of the pair of second, posterior, or metathoracic wings of an insect.
hind wing
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a variation of
hindwing.
Example Sentences
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Under surface of hind wing commonly marked with threadlike streaks: the Hair-streaks.
From Butterflies Worth Knowing by Clarence M. Weed
Easily distinguished from the Painted Beauty by the four or more small eye-spots on the lower surface of each hind wing, each eye-spot being included between two veins.
From Butterflies Worth Knowing by Clarence M. Weed
Upper wing surface bluish gray with a brilliant red spot at base of tails on hind wing.
From Butterflies Worth Knowing by Clarence M. Weed
Larger orange-red spots on each side of base of the tail on each hind wing.
From Butterflies Worth Knowing by Clarence M. Weed
A row of marginal spots on each hind wing, more or less distinct on the front wings.
From Butterflies Worth Knowing by Clarence M. Weed
