Reniform Stigma
- Pronunciation
- /REE-ni-form STIG-muh/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Reniform Stigma
- Plural
- Reniform Stigmata
Definition
A kidney-shaped mark or spot found on the forewings of many moths, particularly in the Noctuidae family.
Etymology
From Latin 'reniformis', meaning 'kidney-shaped', and 'stigma', meaning 'mark' or 'spot'.
Example
The reniform stigma on the moth's forewing helps in identifying species within the Noctuidae family.
Synonyms
- Reniform spot
Related Terms
Usage Notes
The reniform stigma is a key characteristic used in the identification of moth species, especially within the family Noctuidae.