Trachysalambria curvirostris is a species of prawn that lives in shallow waters of the Indo-West Pacific. It is one of the most important species targeted by prawn fishery, with annual harvests of mor
Fig. 4. Penaeus curvirostris now known as T. curvirostris.
The anatomy of a decapod consists of 20 body segments grouped into two main body parts: the cephalothorax and the pleon. Each segment – often called a somite – may possess one pair of appendages, alth
Folded abdomen of a cooked crab severed from its body, showing its pleopods hiding beneath.
The anatomy of krill, using Euphausia superba as a model.
The pleopods of Euphausia superba.
Crab moult with carapace lifted, exposing gills.