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Cornicle


An Aphid secreting wax from its Cornicles
An Aphid secreting wax from its Cornicles


A Cornicle is one of a pair of narrow tubes found at the end of the abdomen in aphids.


The cornicles secrete wax that helps to protect the aphids from some predators and parasites.


Associated Terms: Siphuncule



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