Fastigium
- Pronunciation
- /fuh-STIJ-ee-um/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Fastigium
- Plural
- Fastigia
Definition
A triangular or conical projection on the head of certain insects, such as grasshoppers, located between the bases of the antennae.
Etymology
Example
The grasshopper's fastigium is a key identifying feature.
Related Terms
- Projection
- Insect Head