canthus noun, plural canthi - a horny process, seen in some groups, for instance, Coleoptera (beetles), originating at the clypeus, either completely or partially dividing the eyes.

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See Also

compound eyes

Print References

Gordh, A Dictionary of Entomology, p. 161 (1)

Internet References

Jardine's Dictionary of Entomology

Works Cited

1.	A Dictionary of Entomology By George Gordh, David H. Headrick

Contributed by Cotinis on 12 June, 2007 - 3:57pm
Last updated 12 June, 2007 - 10:27pm

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