Across
- 3. Paired appendages on the posterior end, involved in backward swimming.
- 5. The posterior body segment responsible for swimming and housing reproductive organs.
- 6. Gland Excretory organs that remove nitrogenous waste and maintain osmoregulation.
- 8. The combined head and thorax region, housing sensory organs, mouthparts, and legs.
- 10. Small appendages used for swimming and carrying eggs in females.
- 13. The genital opening in females for sperm transfer during mating.
- 14. Groove A visible groove separating the cephalothorax from the abdomen.
- 15. Gland Produces digestive enzymes and absorbs nutrients from food.
Down
- 1. The forward extension of the carapace, protecting the eyes and head.
- 2. A hard, protective exoskeleton covering the cephalothorax.
- 4. A structure in females for storing sperm after mating.
- 7. Respiratory organs for extracting oxygen from water.
- 9. The terminal segment of the abdomen, helping in rapid backward swimming.
- 11. Legs Appendages used for locomotion and moving the crayfish.
- 12. Modified appendages used for feeding and food handling.
- 14. The large pincers or claws used for defense and capturing prey.