FB2025_05 , released December 11, 2025
FB2025_05 , released December 11, 2025
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Term adult metathoracic spiracle ID (Ontology) FBbt:00004631 (Fly Anatomy)
Definition Spiracle of the adult metathoracic segment. This spiracle is part of the haltere sclerite. It opens into the hypopleural air sac.[ FlyBase:FBrf0007734 FlyBase:FBrf0034081 ]
Also Known As "adult posterior thoracic spiracle"
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Is a adult thoracic spiracle
Develops from presumptive metathoracic spiracle
Part of haltere sclerite
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