Pearly Mussel
Elliptio crassidens
Size: to 6"
Habitat: dug into muddy or sandy bottoms in quiet waters
Notes: Looks like a clam, but it's actually a mussel.
This page lumps together representatives from crustaceans and mollusks. Freshwater typically has lower diversity than the ocean. However, this is just a tiny sample of what may be found.
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