Respiratory trumpet
- Pronunciation
- /res-pir-atory trum-pet/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Respiratory trumpet
- Plural
- Respiratory trumpets
Definition
A respiratory organ found in some aquatic insects, such as mosquito larvae and pupae, used for breathing atmospheric air while submerged in water.
Etymology
From Latin 'respira-' meaning 'to breathe' and 'trumpet', referring to the shape of the organ.
Example
The respiratory trumpet of a mosquito larva allows it to draw air from above the water's surface.
Related Terms
- Breathing tube
- Aquatic insects
- Mosquito larva