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flight
physiological process of malaria vector
equilibrium during flight
IDOMAL:0002122
IDOMAL:0002122
Studied only in the Diptera.
The lower Diptera (Tipulids) have long thin abdomens and long legs which probably ensure their stabilityduring flight. In higher forms (Muscids) their wings-beats create a resultant force which is equal to or greater than the weight of the insect.
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