Acrosternite

Pronunciation
/ak-ro-STERN-ite/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Acrosternite
Plural
Acrosternites

Definition

The narrow marginal region at the anterior edge of a sternite. It appears to be the posterior edge of the preceding sternite, and includes the intersegmental fold. It is found on the abdominal sterna, but absent from the thoracic sterna.

Etymology

Example

The acrosternite on the abdomen of a beetle helps to secure its body during mating.

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