uropodous

/jʊˈrɑpədəs/
adjective
  1. Having or relating to uropods; used to describe arthropods that possess a tail fan or similar appendages.
    • Many uropodous species are found in freshwater habitats.
    • The uropodous segment of the shrimp is highly flexible.
    • Uropodous crustaceans like lobsters use their tail fans for quick backward movement.
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