Decapod anatomy Decapod anatomy The decapod crustacean, such as a crab, lobster, shrimp or prawn, is made up of 20 body segments grouped into two main body parts, the cephalothorax and the pleon (abdomen). Each segment may possess one pair of appendages, although in various groups these may be reduced or missing. They are, from head to tail: The head also bears the (usually stalked) compound eyes. The distal portion of a mandible or maxilla which has a sensory function is known as a palp. Maxillipeds are appendages modified to function as mouthparts. Particularly in the less advanced decapods, these can be
Triangulate cobweb spider person unless an allergic reaction occurs and there is one record of biting humans by this species in France. "S. triangulosa" is a cosmopolitan species, and is found in many parts of the world, including across North America, in southern Russia, New Zealand, and Europe. The spider is believed to be native to Eurasia and introduced elsewhere. This species is primarily a house spider, and builds webs in dark corners of buildings and other man-made structures. Triangulate cobweb spider The triangulate cobweb spider (scientific name: Steatoda triangulosa; also called the triangulate bud spider) is a common spider in the genus