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labrum

Classification

Kingdom Animalia (Animals)

Phylum Arthropoda (Arthropods)

No Taxon (Glossary)

No Taxon (L)

No Taxon labrum

Explanation of Names

From Latin labrum meaning lip (1).

Identification

labrum noun - the upper "lip" of the arthropod mouth, a somewhat convex horny plate (sclerite) which is united posteriorly by a membranous hinge with the clypeus. Functions as a mouthpart, though not an appendage like the others. Diagrams and photos:

Print References

Gordh, A Dictionary of Entomology, p. 503 (1)

Internet References

Jardine's Dictionary of Entomology

Mouthparts and Moving--Gary Brewer, North Dakota State University (excellent illustrations and descriptions)

Works Cited

1.	A Dictionary of Entomology George Gordh, David H. Headrick. 2003. CABI Publishing.

Contributed by Cotinis on 17 May, 2007 - 3:10am
Additional contributions by Tony-2
Last updated 14 January, 2008 - 10:13am

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