Scolopidial organ

Definition

A sensory receptor organ found in insects, composed of a bundle of nerve fibers and specialized cells called scolopidia. These organs are part of chordotonal structures and detect various stimuli such as vibrations, sounds, and possibly even chemical signals.

Etymology

From Greek 'skolos', meaning 'a curved line' or 'a groove', and 'eidos', meaning 'form' or 'shape'.

Example

The subgenual organ, a type of scolopidial organ, is found in crickets and allows them to detect vibrations.

Related Terms

• Chordotonal
• Mechanoreceptor