Perna perna
Perna perna
(Mexilhao mussel)
Mollusks-Bivalves
Exotic
Collection Info
Point Map
Species Profile
Animated Map
Impacts

8 results for Perna perna (Mexilhao mussel)

Impact ID Scientific Name Impact Type Study Type Study Location Impact Description Reference
2631 Perna perna Disease/Parasites/Toxicity Observational N/A This species has been known to cause death in human beings from paralytic shellfish poisoning. 1023
2632 Perna perna Harvest Observational N/A This species is eaten and available in seafood markets in the United States, where it is exotic. 1023
2633 Perna perna Disease/Parasites/Toxicity Anecdotal N/A The introduction of this species can result in the spread of disease, toxic algae, or parasites to... 1023
2641 Perna perna Infrastructure Observational Field Perna perna, the brown or Mexilhao mussel, is a biofouling pest in the cooling systems of... 33761
2642 Perna perna Harvest Anecdotal N/A Perna perna, the brown or Mexilhao mussel, is edible and harvested, and is has a potential... 33761
2643 Perna perna Infrastructure Observational Field This species biofouls, attaching to materials and impacting structural integrity of man-made items. 9171
2644 Perna perna Other Anecdotal N/A The heavy biofouling by Perna perna on nativation aids, such as buoys, is very prevalent... 9171
2645 Perna perna Commerce Anecdotal N/A The heavy biofouling by of Perna perna on navigation aids, such as buoys, creates cost of... 9171

Data Disclaimer: These data are preliminary or provisional and are subject to revision. They are being provided to meet the need for timely best science. The data have not received final approval by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and are provided on the condition that neither the USGS nor the U.S. Government shall be held liable for any damages resulting from the authorized or unauthorized use of the data.

Disclaimer:

The data represented on this site vary in accuracy, scale, completeness, extent of coverage and origin. It is the user's responsibility to use these data consistent with their intended purpose and within stated limitations. We highly recommend reviewing metadata files prior to interpreting these data.

Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/19/2024].

Contact us if you are using data from this site for a publication to make sure the data are being used appropriately and for potential co-authorship if warranted.

For general information and questions about the database, contact Wesley Daniel. For problems and technical issues, contact Matthew Neilson.