Horikoshi's Giant Mussel

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (животные)

Phylum

Mollusca (моллюски)

Class

Bivalvia (двустворчатые)

Order

Mytilida (Mytilida)

Family

Mytilidae

Genus

Gigantidas

Species

Gigantidas horikoshii (Horikoshi's Giant Mussel)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオマユイガイ (Oo-mayu-igai)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Horikoshi's Giant Mussel?

The scientific name of Horikoshi's Giant Mussel is Gigantidas horikoshii. It belongs to the genus Gigantidas.

What is the conservation status of Horikoshi's Giant Mussel?

Horikoshi's Giant Mussel (Gigantidas horikoshii) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Horikoshi's Giant Mussel belong to?

Horikoshi's Giant Mussel (Gigantidas horikoshii) belongs to the genus Gigantidas, which is part of the taxonomic family Mytilidae.

Is Horikoshi's Giant Mussel endangered?

Yes, Horikoshi's Giant Mussel (Gigantidas horikoshii) 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 Horikoshi's Giant Mussel belong to?

Horikoshi's Giant Mussel (Gigantidas horikoshii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).