fultura superior

noun

Etymology

From Latin.

Definitions

  1. In male lepidopterans, sclerotized structures situated on the dorsal part of the…

    In male lepidopterans, sclerotized structures situated on the dorsal part of the diaphragm, including the dorsal part of the anellus and transtilla.

    • Fultura superior sclerotized, complete or composed of two separate lateral pieces, sometimes dilated, generally scobinate, at least laterally; dorsal surface of vallum penis occasionally with sclerotized plate.
    • The conspicuous fultura superior with two slender cruved horns of the anellus in the male genitalia is unique character to Afrotropical Lithocolletinae and is a highly distinctive feature for this species.

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