Asian date mussel
A species of Arcuatula, Also known as Bag mussel, Senhouse's mussel, Green bagmussel Scientific name : Arcuatula senhousia Genus : Arcuatula
Asian date mussel, A species of Arcuatula
Also known as:
Bag mussel, Senhouse's mussel, Green bagmussel
Botanical name: Arcuatula senhousia
Genus: Arcuatula
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Description
This species is differentiated from other mussels by its relatively small size and inflated shape, as well as by the greenish colour of its outer periostracal layer. The shell has radiating reddish lines on its posterior surfaces, small internal teeth on the dorsal edge posterior to the ligament, and small ribs anterior to the umbones. It can grow up to 30 mm in length. It is also known for its relatively fast growth and has a maximum lifetime of about two years.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Molluscs Class
Bivalve shell Order
True mussels Family
True mussels Genus
Arcuatula Species
Asian date mussel 
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