trichobothria

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A form of trichobothrium — An elongate external seta, present in many arachnids and various orders of insects, including Hemiptera and Thysanoptera. They function in the detection of airborne vibrations and air currents, including near-field sounds of central importance to their hearing and communication.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of trichobothrium
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