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Islandmuschel

Arctica islandica

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish almeja de Islandia
French cyprine d'Islande
German Islandmuschel
Russian циприна исландская
Turkish deniz tarağı

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Islandmuschel?
The scientific name of Islandmuschel is Arctica islandica. It belongs to the genus Arctica.
What is the conservation status of Islandmuschel?
Islandmuschel (Arctica islandica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Islandmuschel live?
Islandmuschel is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Islandmuschel belong to?
Islandmuschel (Arctica islandica) belongs to the genus Arctica, which is part of the taxonomic family Arcticidae.
Is Islandmuschel endangered?
No, Islandmuschel (Arctica islandica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Islandmuschel belong to?
Islandmuschel (Arctica islandica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

Native Range — 6 Countries

Genus Arctica — 1 Species

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Islandmuschel
Arctica islandica
LC

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