🌿Native Nature

Western Fanshell

Cyprogenia aberti

Taxonomy

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

About

The edible naiad, edible pearly mussel, western fan-shell, or western fanshell mussel, scientific name Cyprogenia aberti, a species of freshwater mussel, an aquatic bivalve mollusk in the family Unionidae, the river mussels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Fanshell?
The scientific name of Western Fanshell is Cyprogenia aberti.
What kingdom does Western Fanshell belong to?
Western Fanshell belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Fanshell belong to?
Western Fanshell belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Western Fanshell belong to?
Western Fanshell belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Western Fanshell belong to?
Western Fanshell belongs to the order Unionida.
What family does Western Fanshell belong to?
Western Fanshell belongs to the family Unionidae.
What genus does Western Fanshell belong to?
Western Fanshell belongs to the genus Cyprogenia.