Sensilla ampullacea

Pronunciation
/SEN-sill-uh AM-pul-la-SEE-ah/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Sensillum ampullaceum
Plural
Sensilla ampullacea

Definition

Basiconic pegs set in deep pits innervated by two to several neurons. They have sensory characteristics similar to the sensilla coeloconica.

Etymology

Latin 'ampulla', meaning 'flask' or 'a swelling'.

Example

Sensilla ampullacea are found on the antennae of some insects and are thought to be involved in olfaction.

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