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pearly-shelled mussel

/ˈpɜːli ʃɛld ˈmʌsəl/

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/ˈpɜːli ʃɛld ˈmʌsəl/C1formalscientific
  • ruРаспространенное название пресноводных мидий семейства Unionidae, характеризующихся толстым перламутровым внутренним слоем раковины. Эти двустворчатые моллюски обитают в реках и озерах и известны производством пресноводного жемчуга.

A common name for freshwater mussels of the family Unionidae, characterized by a thick, pearly inner shell layer. These bivalve mollusks are found in rivers and lakes and are known for producing freshwater pearls.

  1. Freshwater bivalve molluskC1formal

    A type of freshwater mussel known for its thick, pearly inner shell layer, historically used for pearl production.

    ruПресноводный двустворчатый моллюск

    • The pearly-shelled mussel is found in clean rivers and streams.
    • Conservation efforts aim to protect the declining pearly-shelled mussel population.
    • The inner nacre of the pearly-shelled mussel was once used to make buttons.