prespiracular area

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Abbreviation:

PsA

Definition:

The small area of the anterior mesanepisternum just anterior to the mesothoracic spiracle; set off from the postpronotum by a strong ridge; sometimes bearing scales and setae.

Synonyms:

prespiraculare, prespiracular sclerite, spiracular area
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