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epistome [′ep·ə‚stōm] (invertebrate zoology) The area between the mouth and the second antennae in crustaceans. The plate covering this region. The area between the labrum and the epicranium in many insects. A flap covering the mouth of certain bryozoans. The area just above the labrum in certain dipterans. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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For example, the ocular area becomes broadened with increasing width of the carapace; the subocular plate and the epistome are gradually projected forward and the eyestalks degenerate. |
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