Insect Anatomy Glossary

noun a plate on the underside of an insect's thorax, behind the sternum

• The acrosternite is a specific part of the anatomy of certain insects.
• I learned about the acrosternite in my entomology class.
• Check out the cool acrosternite on this bug!
• The acrosternite is like the backbone of an insect, providing structure and support.

adjective relating to or located on the upper surface of the tarsus (ankle) of a bird's leg

• The acrotarsial segment of the insect's leg is specialized for grasping prey.
• Check out the cool acrotarsial feature on this bug's leg!
• That bug's acrotarsial thingamajig is pretty neat.
• Her acrotarsial skills in navigating social situations are unmatched.

noun a raised ornament or finial at the apex of a pediment in ancient architecture

• The acrotergite is a prominent feature on the dorsal side of certain insects.
• I never knew that the acrotergite played such an important role in insect anatomy.
• Check out the cool acrotergite on this bug!
• The acrotergite could be seen as the crown jewel of the insect's exoskeleton.