pronotum
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of pronotum
From New Latin, dating back to 1830–40; see origin at pro- 1, notum
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Pronotal carina: in Orthoptera, the main or median carina on pronotum.
From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.
The light proceeds from a pair of conspicuous smooth ovoid spots on the pronotum and from an area beneath the base of the abdomen.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" by Various
Transverse sulci: the transverse grooves of pronotum in many Orthoptera.
From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.
Middle lobes: of pronotum in Orthoptera; see lobes.
From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.
Posterior lateral margins: in Orthoptera, extend from base of pronotum downward to the posterior angle of sides.
From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.
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