Wing geometry analysis usually involves wing detachment to avoid capture bias. I am curious if analysis of wing geometry can be done without detaching the wings. This is sometimes important when it comes to preserved specimens. Mosquito specimens are very valuable yet so fragile. An intact mosquito specimen is needed for further morphological identification in the future. If it is possible what is the treatment or technical suggestion to capture the wing geometry without detaching it to avoid bias?
Dear Sidiq Setyo Nugroho,
Yes you can do it via 2D or 3D geometry sketching via magnification of its total shape for its wings geometry. Some related literature is here : Article Geometric morphometrics in mosquitoes: What has been measured?
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