🌿Native Nature

Mediterranean Mussel

Mytilus galloprovincialis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Mytilida ›Family: Mytilidae ›Genus: Mytilus

About

The Mediterranean mussel (Mytilus galloprovincialis) is a species of bivalve, a marine mollusc in the family Mytilidae. It is an invasive species in many parts of the world, and also an object of aquaculture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mediterranean Mussel?
The scientific name of Mediterranean Mussel is Mytilus galloprovincialis.
What kingdom does Mediterranean Mussel belong to?
Mediterranean Mussel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mediterranean Mussel belong to?
Mediterranean Mussel belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Mediterranean Mussel belong to?
Mediterranean Mussel belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Mediterranean Mussel belong to?
Mediterranean Mussel belongs to the order Mytilida.
What family does Mediterranean Mussel belong to?
Mediterranean Mussel belongs to the family Mytilidae.
What genus does Mediterranean Mussel belong to?
Mediterranean Mussel belongs to the genus Mytilus.