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sex comb

Term ID
UBERON:6004296
Synonyms
  • ctenidium
  • metatarsal comb
Definition
A row of darkly pigmented, male specific chaetae located on the prothoracic metatarsal segment of the prothoracic leg. The number of chaetae (teeth) per sex comb varies between individuals, e.g.- Hannah-Alava and Stern report 10-13. (2)
References
  • FBbt:00004296
Ontology
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