Yes, a mussel is a decomposer. Their eating habits come from dead plants and pieces of animals. Decomposers metabolize organic matter, and release elements.
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No, mussels are filter feeders that consume plankton and organic matter suspended in water. They are not decomposers, which primarily break down dead organisms.
A freshwater mussel is also called a unionid mussel or naiad.
A mussel can vary in size depending on the species, but on average they are around 2-6 inches long.
A mussel is a bivalve, which means it has two shells that are hinged together to protect its soft body.
A consumer, because it eats fish.
The dwarf wedge mussel is endangered due to habitat destruction, water pollution, and invasive species. These factors have significantly reduced the mussel's population and its ability to thrive in its natural environment. Conservation efforts are therefore essential to help protect and restore its habitat and population.