Anteclypeus
- Pronunciation
- /an-tee-KLIP-ee-uhs/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Anteclypeus
- Plural
- Anteclypei
Definition
The anterior part of the clypeus, which is a plate or sclerite on the head of certain insects, located above the labrum.
Etymology
From Latin 'ante-', meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and 'clypeus', meaning 'shield'.
Example
In beetles, the anteclypeus is often distinctive and can help in the identification of different species.
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Usage Notes
The anteclypeus is a subdivision of the clypeus and its structure can vary widely among different insect orders.