Rhodnius is a genus of assassin bug in the subfamily Triatominae (the kissing bugs), and is an important vector in the spread of Chagas disease. The Rhodnius were important models for Sir Vincent Wigglesworth`s studies of insect physiology, specifically growth and development. ...
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(from the article `excretion`) The activity of the excretory system in insects is under hormonal control. This has been most clearly demonstrated in the case of Rhodnius, a ...
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A genus of true bugs of the subfamily triatominae (reduviidae). Its species are vectors of trypanosoma cruzi. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: rod′nē-ŭs Definitions: 1. Genus of reduvid bug that is the principal vector of Trypanosoma cruzi in Venezuela, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, and Surinam.
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