Oct 23, 2014
Dromedary Naiad (Dromus dromas)
Also known as the dromedary pearly mussel, the dromedary naiad is a critically endangered species of Unionid mussel which is endemic to the Cumberland and Tennessee River systems in the United States. Dromedary naiads occur in clean, fast-flowing water and cannot tolerate low quality water. This is led to a large population decline due to pollution, increased silt and the impoundment of waterways.
Classification
Animalia-Mollusca-Bivalvia-Unionoida-Unionidae-Lampsilini-Dromus-D. dromas
Image: Dick Biggins