Greenland Smooth Mussel [Crenella glandula]
Description
The Greenland Smooth Mussel is a species of marine bivalve molluscs found in the North Atlantic, particularly around Greenland. They inhabit both soft and hard substrates in deep waters. The species is characterized by its smooth, glossy shell that can vary from white to deep brown in color, and its ability to withstand extremely cold temperatures.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Clams
Veneroida
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| Family |
Sun Clams
Amphidesmatidae
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| Genus |
Crenella
Crenella
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