lhew’qum’

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Hul’q’umi’num’ Name: lhew’qum’

Taxon Name: Mytilus edulis

“Common” Name: Blue Mussel Complex

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Ecological Community: Marine

Wikipedia summary:

The blue mussel (Mytilus edulis), also known as the common mussel, is a medium-sized edible marine bivalve mollusc in the family Mytilidae, the mussels. Blue mussels are subject to commercial use and intensive aquaculture. A species with a large range, empty shells are commonly found on beaches around the world.

Observational Data:

   First reported: 2023-05-27
   Source: iNat
   Last reported: 2023-05-27
   Source: iNat
   Obervation count: 1