alternative definition added about 15 years ago by Istvan Miko
The endopleural ridge formed by the pleural suture, bracing the pleuron above the leg, or between the coxal articulation and the wing support.
Reference: Snodgrass, R. E. 1935. Principles of insect morphology. McGraw-Hill Book Co., Inc., New York & London 667 pp.
Cross reference:
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