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mejillón mediterráneo

Mytilus galloprovincialis

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Namibia, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Chile).

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ムラサキイガイ
Spanish mejillón mediterráneo
French moule de provence
German Blaubartmuschel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of mejillón mediterráneo?
The scientific name of mejillón mediterráneo is Mytilus galloprovincialis. It belongs to the genus Mytilus.
Where does mejillón mediterráneo live?
mejillón mediterráneo is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Namibia, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Chile).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, France, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan.
What family does mejillón mediterráneo belong to?
mejillón mediterráneo (Mytilus galloprovincialis) belongs to the genus Mytilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Mytilidae.
What kingdom does mejillón mediterráneo belong to?
mejillón mediterráneo (Mytilus galloprovincialis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of mejillón mediterráneo?
The closest relatives of mejillón mediterráneo in the genus Mytilus include mejillón, Northern blue mussel.

Native Range — 19 Countries

Genus Mytilus — 3 Species

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mejillón
Mytilus edulis
LC
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mejillón mediterráneo
Mytilus galloprovincialis
NE
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Northern blue mussel
Mytilus trossulus
NE

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