pronotum

[ proh-noh-tuh m ]

/ proʊˈnoʊ təm /

the dorsal sclerite of the prothorax of an insect.

Origin of pronotum

From New Latin, dating back to 1830–40; see origin at pro-¹, notum

Transverse sulci: the transverse grooves of pronotum in many Orthoptera.

Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology |John. B. Smith
Body smooth, margin of the pronotum sinuous, scarcely constricted; anterior lobe lined with little tubercles.

Handbook of Medical Entomology |William Albert Riley
The pronotum extends back to the wing-bases, and the “waist” is greatly constricted and marked by one or two “nodes.”

Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 14, Slice 2 |Various
Pronotal carina: in Orthoptera, the main or median carina on pronotum.

Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology |John. B. Smith

Posterior lateral margins: in Orthoptera, extend from base of pronotum downward to the posterior angle of sides.

Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology |John. B. Smith

pronotum

/ (prəʊˈnəʊtəm) /

the notum of the prothorax of an insect

C19: pro- ² + notum