Glossary Category:

Carina

A raised ridge or keel on the body, common in larval morphology. See also: Sclerite, Spine.

Caudal

Relating to the posterior end of the body. Opposite: Cranial. See also: Posterior, Abdomen.

Caudal Lamellae

Three leaf-like appendages at the end of the abdomen in damselfly larvae. Function as external gills and stabilisers during swimming. See also: Larva, Setation.

Clypeus

A facial sclerite between the frons and labrum. Useful in identification. See also: Frons, Labrum, Sclerite.

Costa

The leading edge vein of the wing, providing rigidity and aerodynamic stability. See also: Anterior, Venation, Node.

Coxa

The proximal leg segment articulating with the thorax. See also: Trochanter, Femur, Proximal.