haltere

• Sustantivo que designa una de las pequeñas estructuras en forma de maza que representan las alas traseras modificadas en moscas y otros dípteros, utilizadas para mantener el equilibrio y la estabilidad durante el vuelo.

A noun referring to either of the small, club-like structures that are modified hind wings in flies and other dipterous insects, used to maintain balance and stability during flight.

1. Equilibrium organ in fliesC1formalscientific

   One of the modified small hindwings of true flies (order Diptera), used by the insect for balance and stabilization during flight.

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   • The halteres beat rapidly during flight to help the insect maintain its orientation.
   • Removing the halteres causes the fly to lose its ability to fly straight.
   • Scientists study halteres to understand insect flight dynamics.

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