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Antero-lateral Margin

The antero-lateral margin is the edge of the carapace which runs from the tip of the antero-lateral angle to the junction between the dorsal-lateral margin and the vertical-lateral margin.

Illustration of the antero-lateral margins of the carapace from the dorsal view. Figure modified from Crane (1975).
Illustration of the antero-lateral margins of the carapace from the dorsal view. Figure modified from Crane (1975).
Illustration of the antero-lateral margin of the carapace from a side view. Figure modified from Crane (1975).
Illustration of the antero-lateral margin of the carapace from a side view. Figure modified from Crane (1975).