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The appendages near the mouth that are usually modified to grab prey are called?
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The appendages near the mouth that are modified to grab prey are called maxillipeds. These structures can vary in form and function among different species of animals, such as crustaceans and insects. Maxillipeds are adapted to efficiently capture and manipulate food items before they are consumed.
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