What is another word for crustaceous animal?
Pronunciation: [kɹʌstˈe͡ɪʃəs ˈanɪmə͡l] (IPA) 
Crustaceans are a diverse group of animals, but there are many different synonyms for the term "crustaceous animal". Some of these synonyms include "shellfish", "crabs", "shrimp", "lobsters", "krill", "barnacles", and "crayfish". Each of these terms refers to a different type of crustacean, but they all share common features such as a hard exoskeleton and multiple pairs of legs. While many of these animals are considered delicacies in certain parts of the world, they also play important ecological roles as they are a major food source for a wide range of marine animals, including humans.
