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This species is certainly not endangered, as it has been introduced into many countries and has become detrimental to local mussel populations.

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They invade other mussel species habitat

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Can zebra mussels enter humans bodies?

no


Do zebra mussels camouflage?

Zebra mussels have stripes.


Are zebra mussels harmful?

zebra mussels are not directly harmful to humans, however they have decimated some native mollusk species and caused many different forms of distress to humans. they clog underwater pipes, damage boat engines, and are sharp.


What effect does potassium have on zebra mussels?

It will send zebra mussels into fatal shock


What family is a zebra mussel in?

Zebra mussels belong to the family Dreissenidae. These are freshwater bivalve mollusks. Despite their name, zebra mussels are not true mussels.


Are there benefits from zebra mussels?

nothing is good about zebra muccels


How do zebra mussels affect plants animals and human?

zebra mussels eat the same thing as larva fish so there isn't going to be as many fish because they won't have any fish ;p


What family is a mussel in?

Zebra mussels belong to the family Dreissenidae. These are freshwater bivalve mollusks. Despite their name, zebra mussels are not true mussels.


Are zebra mussels zebras?

No, they aren't. Zebra mussels are mussels, which is a kind of bivalve mollusk. They call them that because of there pattern on the shell. Some don't have it, but most do.


Can Naegleria and Zebra mussels live together?

Naegleria fowleri and Zebra mussels cannot live together as it may cause fatalities. The former is parasitic and affect any animal that is put together with it. Putting them together in a tank is not advisable. In the wild, they may live together as long as the Zebra mussels can produce enough young to deal with the deficit.


Are zebra mussels producers?

NO


What is the scientific name for zebra mussels?

The scientific name for zebra mussels is Dreissena polymorpha.