metathoracic papilla [FBbt_00004409]

One of a pair of campaniform sensilla of the haltere sclerite. It is an elliptical sensillum with a high profile and socket (type 5). The two sensilla are fused to each other by the cuticle of their sockets. It is around 5 micrometers in diameter.

metathoracic papilla

ID: FBbt_00004409

Adult Nervous system Sense organ

One of a pair of campaniform sensilla of the haltere sclerite. It is an elliptical sensillum with a high profile and socket (type 5). The two sensilla are fused to each other by the cuticle of their sockets. It is around 5 micrometers in diameter.

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Synonym Scope Reference
Met.Pap exact synonym Cole and Palka, 1982
metathoracic papillae related synonym