carapace

small freshwater crustaceans with a shield-shaped carapace

D. frascone's fourth and fifth pairs of pereiopods on the carapace have hooked ends and therefore enable them to carry things.

The turtle's carapace is hard and protective.

The crab's carapace helps to shield it from predators.

The beetle's carapace is shiny and colorful.

The carapace of a lobster is typically tough and spiny.

The carapace of a tortoise can vary in color and pattern.

The carapace of a horseshoe crab is shaped like a helmet.

The carapace of a shrimp is usually translucent and flexible.

The carapace of an armadillo is made up of bony plates.

The carapace of a beetle provides protection and support for its body.

The carapace of a crab undergoes molting as it grows.