Common mussel (Mytilus edulis)
Facts
| Kingdom | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Mollusca |
| Class | Bivalvia |
| Order | Mytiloida |
| Family | Mytilidae |
| Genus | Buccinum (1) |
| Size |
Length: up to 100 mm (2) |
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Status
Common and widespread; not listed under any conservation designations (2).
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