propodusand
Propodusand is not a standard term in crustacean anatomy. It is likely a typographical error or a shorthand seen in some texts for phrases such as “propodus and dactylus” or similar constructions. In crustacean limb morphology, the propodus is the penultimate segment of the limb, located distal to the carpus and proximal to the dactylus. The propodus often forms the major grinding or grasping surface of the limb and can bear spines, ridges, or setae depending on the species and its habits.
In many crustaceans, particularly decapods, the propodus together with the dactylus constitutes the chela (claw). The
If the term “propodusand” appears in a text, it is advisable to determine whether the author intended