Definition of Pseudohalteres. Meaning of Pseudohalteres. Synonyms of Pseudohalteres

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Definition of Pseudohalteres

Pseudohalteres
Pseudohalter Pseu`do*hal"ter, n.; pl. Pseudohalteres. [NL. See Pseudo-, and Halteres.] (Zo["o]l.) One of the rudimentary front wings of certain insects (Stylops). They resemble the halteres, or rudimentary hind wings, of Diptera.

Meaning of Pseudohalteres from wikipedia

- forewings of these insects are modified into small, club-like organs called pseudohalteres. These are to help the insect maintain equilibrium in flight, and function...