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Decapods exhibit a wide range of morphological adaptations that enable them to thrive in diverse environments. The body is typically divided into three main parts: the cephalothorax, abdomen, and tail. The cephalothorax is covered by a carapace, which houses the gills and provides protection. The first three pairs of thoracic appendages are modified into maxillipeds, which are used for feeding. The remaining five pairs of appendages are the pereiopods, used for locomotion and manipulation of objects. | Decapods exhibit a wide range of morphological adaptations that enable them to thrive in diverse environments. The body is typically divided into three main parts: the cephalothorax, abdomen, and tail. The cephalothorax is covered by a carapace, which houses the gills and provides protection. The first three pairs of thoracic appendages are modified into maxillipeds, which are used for feeding. The remaining five pairs of appendages are the pereiopods, used for locomotion and manipulation of objects. | ||
[[Image:Detail-79643.jpg|thumb|center|Close-up of a decapod crustacean, showing its segmented body, claws, and antennae.]] | [[Image:Detail-79643.jpg|thumb|center|Close-up of a decapod crustacean, showing its segmented body, claws, and antennae.|class=only_on_mobile]] | ||
[[Image:Detail-79644.jpg|thumb|center|Close-up of a decapod crustacean, showing its segmented body, claws, and antennae.|class=only_on_desktop]] | |||
== Reproduction and Development == | == Reproduction and Development == | ||