What is another word for trilobite?
Pronunciation: [tɹˈa͡ɪləbˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Trilobites are one of the earliest known groups of arthropods that appeared over 500 million years ago. In paleontological circles, there are several synonyms for the word "trilobite," which reflect linguistic or regional differences. Some alternate terms include "tri-lobster," "three-lobed creatures," and "three-parted shields." Other synonyms include "shrimp-fossils" and "crustaceans" since trilobites were marine animals that resembled modern-day crustaceans. In South America, the word "paleophyll" is often used to describe trilobites, while in China, they are referred to as "sanxian." These multiple names reflect the evolution of language and the diversity of scientific knowledge over time.
