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Kidneyshell

Ptychobranchus fasciolaris

Taxonomy

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

About

Ptychobranchus fasciolaris is a species of freshwater mussel in the family Unionidae, the river mussels. Its common name is kidneyshell.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kidneyshell?
The scientific name of Kidneyshell is Ptychobranchus fasciolaris.
What is the conservation status of Kidneyshell?
The Kidneyshell has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Kidneyshell belong to?
Kidneyshell belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Kidneyshell belong to?
Kidneyshell belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Kidneyshell belong to?
Kidneyshell belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Kidneyshell belong to?
Kidneyshell belongs to the order Unionida.
What family does Kidneyshell belong to?
Kidneyshell belongs to the family Unionidae.
What genus does Kidneyshell belong to?
Kidneyshell belongs to the genus Ptychobranchus.