ocular structure

Definition

Components of the eyes in insects and arachnids, including compound eyes, simple eyes (ocelli), and other visual organs.

Etymology

From Latin 'oculus', meaning 'eye', and 'structura', meaning 'arrangement' or 'building'.

Example

The ocular structure of dragonflies includes large compound eyes that provide a wide field of vision.

Synonyms

• visual structure
• eye structure

Related Terms

• compound eyes
• ocelli
• vision
• retina
• photoreceptor

Usage Notes

Ocular structures can vary greatly among different species, influencing their visual capabilities and behaviors.