Anal Legs

Pronunciation
/an-al LEGS/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Anal Leg
Plural
Anal Legs

Definition

In holometabolous larvae, especially Lepidoptera larvae, the appendages of the last (often tenth) abdominal segment.

Etymology

From the location of the appendages on the abdomen.

Example

The anal legs of a caterpillar are used for anchoring to a surface during molting.

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