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It filters the water and makes it more clear.
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Why are mussels not found on sandy seashores?
Mussels are not found on sandy seashores because they are not readily supported in this environment. Mussels need to be in water to survive.
Where can you find mussels in the Philippines?
Mussels can be found within various islands of the Philippines. Islands that typically have mussels surrounding the area include Bohol, Negros and Cebu.
The role of an organism in its habitat is its?
is a niche
What is the sloths niche?
the niche is in the forest up in the trees. the niche is in the forest up in the trees. the niche is in the forest up in the trees. the niche is in the forest up in the trees. the niche is in the forest up in the trees.
What are organisms way of life called?
A niche is an organism's way of life within an ecosystem. This differs from a habitat, which is only the place where an organism lives.
What is the niche of a blue starfish?
Starfish are benthic predators. Since they usually eat shellfish like mussels or scallops, they would be second order consumers.
What is the ecological niche of a mussel?
The ecological niche of large barnacles is the shallow waters. It also likes to live in the tidal waters. Barnacles are related to lobsters and crabs.
Where do mussels live?
They live in Freshwater. (Freshwater Mussels.) They can also live in Saltwater. (Saltwater Mussels.) Mussels are kind of like a clam, not to be mixed up with muscles.
What kind of leaves mussels eat?
Mussels are shellfish, not rabbits. I would suggest not feeding mussels leaves.
What is the difference between freshwater mussels and saltwater mussels?
Freshwater mussels live in rivers, while saltwater mussels live in oceans. Even though it is mussels, it differs a lot. Freshwater mussel and saltwater mussels hunt different things, because they live in different places.
Do zebra mussels camouflage?
Zebra mussels have stripes.
Why are mussels in danger?
Bears can inhale freshwater mussels when they want.
What is the collective noun for mussels?
The collective noun is a bed of mussels.
What has the author G Thomas Watters written?
G. Thomas Watters has written: 'A guide to the freshwater mussels of Ohio' -- subject(s): Freshwater mussels, Identification, Mussels 'The freshwater mussels of Ohio' -- subject(s): Identification, Margaritiferidae, Freshwater mussels, Unionidae
Are blue mussels cold blooded?
blue mussels are cold blooded
Do mussels feel pain?
No, mussels have no brain, as with all bivalves.
What family is a mussel in?
Zebra mussels belong to the family Dreissenidae. These are freshwater bivalve mollusks. Despite their name, zebra mussels are not true mussels.
