pygofer
/ˈpɪɡɒfər/Definitions
1. noun
In entomology, the pygofer is a structure found in certain insects, particularly in the family Membracoidea, it is a modified hind femur or an appendage that serves as a protective sheath for the genitalia.
“The pygofer of the leafhopper was a remarkable feature that helped distinguish it from other insects.”
2. proper noun
In entomology, the name of a genus or a specific species of insects, such as Pygofer or Pygoferidae, which refers to a group of leafhoppers.
“The researchers studied the Pygofer genus to better understand the evolution of leafhoppers.”