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Spectaclecase

Cumberlandia monodonta

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Unionida ›Family: Margaritiferidae ›Genus: Cumberlandia

About

The spectacle case pearly mussel or spectacle case (Cumberlandia monodonta) is a species of bivalve in the Margaritiferidae family. It is endemic to the United States. The spectaclecase is a freshwater mussel that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed as an endangered species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spectaclecase?
The scientific name of Spectaclecase is Cumberlandia monodonta.
What kingdom does Spectaclecase belong to?
Spectaclecase belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Spectaclecase belong to?
Spectaclecase belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Spectaclecase belong to?
Spectaclecase belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Spectaclecase belong to?
Spectaclecase belongs to the order Unionida.
What family does Spectaclecase belong to?
Spectaclecase belongs to the family Margaritiferidae.
What genus does Spectaclecase belong to?
Spectaclecase belongs to the genus Cumberlandia.