🌿Native Nature

Fanshell

Cyprogenia stegaria

Taxonomy

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

About

The fanshell, scientific name Cyprogenia stegaria, is a species of aquatic bivalve mollusk in the family Unionidae. This clam is native to the United States, where breeding populations remain in only three rivers. It is a federally listed endangered species of the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fanshell?
The scientific name of Fanshell is Cyprogenia stegaria.
What is the conservation status of Fanshell?
The Fanshell has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Fanshell belong to?
Fanshell belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Fanshell belong to?
Fanshell belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Fanshell belong to?
Fanshell belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Fanshell belong to?
Fanshell belongs to the order Unionida.
What family does Fanshell belong to?
Fanshell belongs to the family Unionidae.
What genus does Fanshell belong to?
Fanshell belongs to the genus Cyprogenia.