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Swamp Orb Mussel

Sphaerium nucleus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Sumpf-Kugelmuschel

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Arctic Fingernailclam
Sphaerium nitidum
Least Concern
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European Fingernail Clam
Sphaerium corneum
Least Concern
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Grooved Fingernailclam
Sphaerium simile
Least Concern
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Herrington Fingernailclam
Sphaerium occidentale
Least Concern
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nut fingernailclam
Sphaerium rivicola
Not Evaluated
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Rhomboid Fingernailclam
Sphaerium rhomboideum
Least Concern
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Striated Fingernailclam
Sphaerium striatinum
Least Concern
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Witham Orb Mussel
Sphaerium solidum
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Swamp Orb Mussel?
The scientific name of Swamp Orb Mussel is Sphaerium nucleus. It belongs to the genus Sphaerium.
What is the conservation status of Swamp Orb Mussel?
Swamp Orb Mussel (Sphaerium nucleus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Swamp Orb Mussel live?
Swamp Orb Mussel is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Ukraine.
What family does Swamp Orb Mussel belong to?
Swamp Orb Mussel (Sphaerium nucleus) belongs to the genus Sphaerium, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphaeriidae.
Is Swamp Orb Mussel endangered?
No, Swamp Orb Mussel (Sphaerium nucleus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Swamp Orb Mussel belong to?
Swamp Orb Mussel (Sphaerium nucleus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Swamp Orb Mussel?
The closest relatives of Swamp Orb Mussel in the genus Sphaerium include Arctic Fingernailclam, European Fingernail Clam, Grooved Fingernailclam, Herrington Fingernailclam, nut fingernailclam.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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Genus Sphaerium — 9 Species

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Arctic Fingernailclam
Sphaerium nitidum
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European Fingernail Clam
Sphaerium corneum
LC 🐾
Grooved Fingernailclam
Sphaerium simile
LC 🐾
Herrington Fingernailclam
Sphaerium occidentale
LC 🐾
nut fingernailclam
Sphaerium rivicola
NE 🐾
Rhomboid Fingernailclam
Sphaerium rhomboideum
LC 🐾
Striated Fingernailclam
Sphaerium striatinum
LC
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Swamp Orb Mussel
Sphaerium nucleus
LC
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Witham Orb Mussel
Sphaerium solidum
NT
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