Table 3 The origin and insertion of leg muscles of adult female Unionicola aegyptiaca
From: Studies on the cuticle and musculature of freshwater mite, Unionicola aegyptiaca
Muscle | Origin | Insertion |
|---|---|---|
Protractor 2 | Anterolateral wall, segment 1 | Base of segment 2 |
Retractor 2 | Posterolateral wall, segment 1 | Base of segment 2 |
Flexor 3 | Segment 2 | Base of segment 3 |
Flexor 4 | Segment 2 | Base of segment 4 |
Flexor 5 | Segment 3 | Base of segment 5 |
Flexor 6 | Segment 4 | Base of segment 6 |
Flexor 7 | Segment 5 | Base of claws |
Elevator | Segment 6 | Base of claws |