genus mytilus (Meaning)

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genus mytilus (n)

type genus of the family Mytilidae: smooth-shelled marine mussels

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

The genus *Mytilus* encompasses a diverse group of marine bivalves commonly known as mussels.
Mussels in the genus *Mytilus* are characterized by their elongated, wedge-shaped shells and byssal threads used for attachment.
The blue mussel, *Mytilus edulis*, is a widely distributed species of *Mytilus* found in coastal waters around the world.
The Mediterranean mussel, *Mytilus galloprovincialis*, is another important species of *Mytilus* found in the Mediterranean Sea and beyond.
Mussels of the genus *Mytilus* are filter feeders, consuming phytoplankton and other small organisms in the water.
The thick, fibrous byssal threads produced by *Mytilus* mussels allow them to anchor themselves firmly to submerged structures.
The genus *Mytilus* mussels are important in aquaculture and are widely consumed as a food source.
Mussels in the genus *Mytilus* play a crucial role in marine ecosystems, providing food and shelter for numerous other organisms.
Research on the genus *Mytilus* has contributed significantly to our understanding of marine biodiversity and ecology.
Mussels of the genus *Mytilus* have been used as bioindicators to monitor environmental pollution and climate change.

type genus of the family Mytilidae: smooth-shelled marine mussels

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The genus *Mytilus* encompasses a diverse group of marine bivalves commonly known as mussels.

Mussels in the genus *Mytilus* are characterized by their elongated, wedge-shaped shells and byssal threads used for attachment.

The blue mussel, *Mytilus edulis*, is a widely distributed species of *Mytilus* found in coastal waters around the world.

The Mediterranean mussel, *Mytilus galloprovincialis*, is another important species of *Mytilus* found in the Mediterranean Sea and beyond.