Definition:
The
sulcus that extends along the
transscutal line.
written by: Miko, I. 2009. -2019 Curator. Hymenoptera Anatomy Ontology.
Relationships / properties:
The transscutal impression is a sulcus.
The transscutal impression is part of the integument. The transscutal impression is part of the mesonotum. The transscutal impression is part of the sclerite.
transscutal impression by Miko, I. 2009. -2019 Curator. Hymenoptera Anatomy Ontology.
transscutal articulation by Goulet, H., and J. T. Huber. 1993. Hymenoptera of the World: An Identification Guide to Families. Research Branch, Agriculture Canada Publication 1894/E., Ottawa, ON 668 pp.
transscutal articulation by Gibson , G. A. P., J. D. Read , and R. Fairchild. 1998. Chalcid wasps (Chalcidoidea): illustrated glossary of positional and morphological terms ..
scutal suture by Gibson , G. A. P., J. D. Read , and R. Fairchild. 1998. Chalcid wasps (Chalcidoidea): illustrated glossary of positional and morphological terms ..
transscutal articulation by Gibson, G. A. P. 1985. Some pro- and mesothoracic structures important for phylogenetic analysis of Hymenoptera, with a review of the terms used for the structures. Canadian Entomologist 117:1395-1443.
alternative definition added about 14 years ago by Istvan Miko
Usually a more or less transverse line of weakness across the mesonotum at the level of the forewings that differentiates an anterior mesoscutum and
posterior scutellar-axillar complex, and that permits flexion of the mesonotum for flight;
often called the transscutal sulcus or suture.
Reference: Gibson , G. A. P., J. D. Read , and R. Fairchild. 1998. Chalcid wasps (Chalcidoidea): illustrated glossary of positional and morphological terms ..
Cross reference:
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alternative definition added about 14 years ago by Istvan Miko
A line of weakness across the mesonotum between the fore wing bases, which secondarily separates the posterolateral angles of the mesoscutum beside the scutellum (see also axilla, scutum).
Reference: Goulet, H., and J. T. Huber. 1993. Hymenoptera of the World: An Identification Guide to Families. Research Branch, Agriculture Canada Publication 1894/E., Ottawa, ON 668 pp.
Cross reference:
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