mytilidae

• Nome científico da família de moluscos bivalves marinhos popularmente conhecidos como mexilhões.

A scientific noun referring to a family of marine bivalve mollusks, commonly known as marine mussels.

nome próprio

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   A family of bivalve mollusks commonly known as marine mussels, found in saltwater environments worldwide.

   Mitilídeos

   • Mytilidae are often found attached to rocks and piers in coastal areas.
   • The blue mussel, a member of the Mytilidae family, is widely harvested for food.
   • Scientists study Mytilidae to monitor water quality in marine ecosystems.