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Time is shown in hrs:min after egg laying (AEL) for each image. The serosa is highlighted in yellow. The black arrow in (A) indicates the amniosersal lip, the white arrow in (G) the position where the serosa ruptures. Corresponding embryonic stages (see Figures 2 and 3) are indicated on grey background. See text for details.
