How deep does the Half-Hairy Mussel live?

The Half-Hairy Mussel (Gregariella petagnae) is typically found at 25–200 m.

Half-Hairy Mussel

Gregariella petagnae

Group: Other
Typical depth: 25–200 m

A small mussel of fine sand, sandy mud and gravel, the half hairy mussel lives from the lower shore down to around two hundred metres. Stiff bristles cloak part of its shell, helping camouflage it among the sediment.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Mytilida › Mytilidae › Gregariella

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 140452.

FAQ

How deep does the Half-Hairy Mussel live?: The Half-Hairy Mussel (Gregariella petagnae) is typically found at 25–200 m.