🌿Native Nature

Alabama Moccasinshell

Medionidus acutissimus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Unionida ›Family: Unionidae ›Genus: Medionidus

About

The Alabama moccasinshell (Medionidus acutissimus) is a species of freshwater mussel in the family Unionidae, the river mussels. It is native to Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Tennessee, and possibly Florida. It is a federally listed threatened species of the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alabama Moccasinshell?
The scientific name of Alabama Moccasinshell is Medionidus acutissimus.
What is the conservation status of Alabama Moccasinshell?
The Alabama Moccasinshell has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Alabama Moccasinshell belong to?
Alabama Moccasinshell belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Alabama Moccasinshell belong to?
Alabama Moccasinshell belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Alabama Moccasinshell belong to?
Alabama Moccasinshell belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Alabama Moccasinshell belong to?
Alabama Moccasinshell belongs to the order Unionida.
What family does Alabama Moccasinshell belong to?
Alabama Moccasinshell belongs to the family Unionidae.
What genus does Alabama Moccasinshell belong to?
Alabama Moccasinshell belongs to the genus Medionidus.