Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pereopod
Noun
/ˈpɛr.ə.əˌpɒd/
Definition
A type of limb found in certain aquatic animals, especially crustaceans, used for locomotion.
Examples
- The crab uses its pereopods to scuttle across the sandy beach.
- Pereopods are essential for the shrimp’s ability to swim swiftly.
- In some species, the pereopods are adapted for grasping and manipulating food.
Meaning
Pereopods are the walking legs of crustaceans, functioning to help them move and navigate in their environment.
Synonyms
- Walking leg
- Limbs
- Appendage
