stasisidia

/stəsɪˈsiːdiə/

Definitions

1. noun

In zoology, a stasisidia is a small, often hair-like or thread-like process or appendage found on the body of certain insects, particularly butterflies and moths.

“The stasisidia on the wings of the moth played a crucial role in its camouflage strategy.”

Synonyms

  • appendage
  • setal process