Sensillum

Pronunciation
/sen-sihl-um/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Sensillum
Plural
Sensilla

Definition

Sensory organs found on the surface of insects and other arthropods, used to detect various stimuli such as chemicals, touch, and temperature.

Etymology

Example

The sensilla on the antennae of a butterfly allow it to detect pheromones released by other butterflies.

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