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moule verte asiatique

Perna viridis

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The Asian green mussel (Perna viridis) is a species in the genus Perna. Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region. Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (6 countries), Europe (Norway, Ukraine), North America (Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Venezuel.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (6 countries), Europe (Norway, Ukraine), North America (Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela).

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミドリイガイ
French moule verte asiatique
German Asiatische grüne Miesmuschel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of moule verte asiatique?
The scientific name of moule verte asiatique is Perna viridis. It belongs to the genus Perna.
Where does moule verte asiatique live?
moule verte asiatique is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (6 countries), Europe (Norway, Ukraine), North America (Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, China, Colombia, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Japan, Micronesia.
What family does moule verte asiatique belong to?
moule verte asiatique (Perna viridis) belongs to the genus Perna, which is part of the taxonomic family Mytilidae.
What kingdom does moule verte asiatique belong to?
moule verte asiatique (Perna viridis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of moule verte asiatique?
The closest relatives of moule verte asiatique in the genus Perna include moule de roche sudaméricaine.

Native Range — 19 Countries

Genus Perna — 2 Species

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moule de roche sudaméricaine
Perna perna
NE
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moule verte asiatique
Perna viridis
NE

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