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River Mussel

Unionidae

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Field Notes

Description:

River mussels vary in shape according to their surroundings - that is, whether they are growing on a hard or soft bottom and in still or running water. They are harvested for their pearly shells, and are pearl mussels.

Habitat:

Ponds, lakes, rivers and streams. This picture of the River Mussel was found in a lake.

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PublishedOctober 25, 2013

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