anepisternum [FBbt_00004597]

The dorsal part of the mesothoracic episternum. It is derived from the dorsal mesothoracic disc. Its posterior boundary is the pleural suture and its posterior/lateral regions is adjacent to the anterior of the wing hinge. It is separated from the ventral mesothoracic episternum (katepisternum or sternopleurite) by the anapleural suture.

anepisternum

ID: FBbt_00004597

Adult Anatomy

The dorsal part of the mesothoracic episternum. It is derived from the dorsal mesothoracic disc. Its posterior boundary is the pleural suture and its posterior/lateral regions is adjacent to the anterior of the wing hinge. It is separated from the ventral mesothoracic episternum (katepisternum or sternopleurite) by the anapleural suture.

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## Classification

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Alternative Names

Synonym Scope Reference
mesopleura exact synonym Bryant, 1978
mesopleuron exact synonym McAlpine, 1981
mesopleurite exact synonym Bryant, 1975

Parts of anepisternum (1 total)

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prealar apophysis Adult, Anatomy

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