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The male mussel releases sperm, and a female located downstream draws it in through her incurrent siphon. The resulting fertilized eggs develop into glochidia within her gills, and once mature, they are released into the water to begin the second part of their lives. They attach to the gills, fins, or scales of freshwater fish. If a glochidium attaches to the correct fish species, it encysts into the fish's tissue and lives a while as a parasite. Over several weeks, it begins to develop gills, a foot, and other internal structures as it becomes a juvenile mussel. The now fully transformed, but still microscopic, juvenile will drop off the fish and begin its life on the stream bottom.
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Why are mussels not found on sandy seashores?
Mussels require a hard substrate to attach themselves to, such as rocks or other hard surfaces, in order to thrive. Sandy seashores do not provide the structural support needed for mussels to attach and grow successfully. Additionally, sandy environments do not offer the stable conditions mussels need to withstand waves and currents.
Do fish eat mussels?
Yes, fish do eat mussels. actually I use to have a mussel in my fish tank, and the fish ate it. so i got four more mussels from a creek I go to, and it is fun to watch them eat. their tongue sticks out.
How do you use mussel in a sentence?
She ordered a plate of steamed mussels for appetizers at the restaurant.
How do you improve muscles?
You can improve muscles by exercising and adding protein to your diet. You can improve mussels by choosing recipes that allow the natural flavor of the mussels to be enhanced. Many people serve mussels with simple garlic and butter sauces.
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.
How mussels adapt?
Mussels have adapted by learning how to survive. They mate through the water, mussels cant move after they settle on the bottom. They then attach their eggs to fish where they hatch and live until they are about 3 weeks old when they then fall to the bottom and live for many years.
How do musscels mate?
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/young_naturalists/mussels/index.html You should find all the info you need here.
How have mussels adapted to its environment?
Mussels have adapted by learning how to survive. They mate through the water, mussels cant move after they settle on the bottom. They then attach their eggs to fish where they hatch and live until they are about 3 weeks old when they then fall to the bottom and live for many years.
What kind of leaves mussels eat?
Mussels are shellfish, not rabbits. I would suggest not feeding mussels leaves.
Do zebra mussels camouflage?
Zebra mussels have stripes.
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.
What is the collective noun for mussels?
The collective noun is a bed of mussels.
Why are mussels in danger?
Bears can inhale freshwater mussels when they want.
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
Do mussels feel pain?
No, mussels have no brain, as with all bivalves.
Why are mussels disappearing?
Sometimes the mussels predetor could make the mussel species drop down
What is mussels and chips in french language?
"les moules " is mussels and "les frites" is chips
