PLS

Definition

Posterior Lateral Spinnerets, one of the silk-spinning organs located at the rear end of a spider's abdomen.

Etymology

Acronym derived from the terms 'Posterior,' 'Lateral,' and 'Spinnerets.'

Example

The spider's PLS are crucial for producing the silk used to construct its web.

Synonyms

• Posterior Lateral Spinnerets

Related Terms

• Spinnerets
• Silk glands
• Anterior Lateral Spinnerets
• Posterior Median Spinnerets

Usage Notes

PLS are part of a group of spinnerets, which also include Anterior Lateral Spinnerets and Posterior Median Spinnerets, each playing a role in silk production.