posterior spiracular duct [FBbt_00000436]
Duct that connects the spiracular gland of the posterior spiracle to a very small opening in the spiracular plate near the outer edge of the spiracular opening. There are three spiracular glands per spiracle.
posterior spiracular duct
ID: FBbt_00000436
Anatomy Larva
Duct that connects the spiracular gland of the posterior spiracle to a very small opening in the spiracular plate near the outer edge of the spiracular opening. There are three spiracular glands per spiracle.
The third duct (and spiracular opening) is absent in first instar larva (Whitten, 1980).
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Relationships
- continuous with: spiracular chamber
- is part of: posterior spiracular gland
Parts of posterior spiracular duct (1 total)
| Thumbnail | Name | Tags |
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| posterior spiracular gland ductule | Anatomy, Larva |
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