Fool's Mussels [Adipicola]

Fool's Mussels
Description

Adipicola encompasses a range of small, often overlooked mussels within the Mytilidae family. These bivalves are distinguished by their simple, elongated shapes and modest size. They typically inhabit marine environments associated with decomposing organic matter, such as whale falls, and are key players in nutrient cycling in these unique ecosystems.

Species
Blue Fool's Mussel
Blue Fool's Mussel [Foolius bluus]
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Giant Fool's Mussel
Giant Fool's Mussel [Foolius giganteus]
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Spotted Fool's Mussel
Spotted Fool's Mussel [Foolius maculatus]
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Dwarf Fool's Mussel
Dwarf Fool's Mussel [Foolius pumilus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
Order Mussels
Mytilida
Family True Mussels
Mytilidae
Statistics
  • Species 4