Main eye
- Pronunciation
- /meyn ahy/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Main eye
- Plural
- Main eyes
Definition
Primary eyes in spiders and some other arachnids, typically larger and more forward-facing than secondary eyes, used for detailed vision and hunting.
Etymology
From Old English 'māgen', meaning 'force' or 'power', and 'ēage', meaning 'eye'.
Example
The main eyes of the jumping spider provide it with acute vision to accurately pounce on its prey.
Synonyms
- Principal eyes
- Primary eyes
Related Terms
- Secondary eyes
- Ocelli
- Vision
Usage Notes
In spiders, main eyes are usually the anterior median eyes (AME) and are crucial for visual acuity.