Sensilla styloconica

Definition

A type of sensory seta found in insects, characterized by a long, slender shaft with a terminal peg or cone. These sensilla are primarily involved in mechanosensory perception.

Etymology

From Greek 'stylos', meaning 'a column' and 'konis', meaning 'dust' or 'powder'.

Example

Sensilla styloconica are located on the antennae of many insects and are used to detect vibrations in the air.

Related Terms

• Antennae
• Mechanosensory