hypostigmal area

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Abbreviation:

HyA

Definition:

The weakly sclerotised or membranous area of the anterior mesanepisternum immediately below the mesothoracic spiracle; its boundary with the subspiracular area is usually poorly defined; scales sometimes occur on this area.

Synonyms:

hypostigial area, hypostigial spot, hypostigma
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