Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (животные)

Phylum

Mollusca (моллюски)

Class

Bivalvia (двустворчатые)

Order

Unionida (Униониды)

Family

Margaritiferidae

Genus

Pseudunio

Species

Pseudunio auricularius (Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Almeja de río

French Grande Mulette

German Riesen-Flußperlmusche

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel?

The scientific name of Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel is Pseudunio auricularius. It belongs to the genus Pseudunio.

What is the conservation status of Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel?

Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel (Pseudunio auricularius) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel belong to?

Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel (Pseudunio auricularius) belongs to the genus Pseudunio, which is part of the taxonomic family Margaritiferidae.

Is Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel endangered?

Yes, Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel (Pseudunio auricularius) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel belong to?

Giant Freshwater Pearl Mussel (Pseudunio auricularius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).