prothoracic epimeron [FBbt_00004568]
A sclerite, lacking bristles, that is located posterior to the episternum and adjacent to the prothoracic coxa and sternum. It develops from the prothoracic leg disc.
prothoracic epimeron
ID: FBbt_00004568
Adult Anatomy
A sclerite, lacking bristles, that is located posterior to the episternum and adjacent to the prothoracic coxa and sternum. It develops from the prothoracic leg disc.
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- develops from: presumptive prothoracic structures from prothoracic leg disc
- is part of: prothoracic pleurum
Alternative Names
| Synonym | Scope | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| epimerum I | exact synonym | Schubiger et al., 2012 |
| proepimeron | exact synonym | McAlpine, 1981 |
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