Specimen Information

Dreissena polymorpha
Dreissena polymorpha
(zebra mussel)
Mollusks-Bivalves
Exotic

Specimen ID1884008
GroupMollusks-Bivalves
GenusDreissena
Speciespolymorpha
Common Namezebra mussel
StateWA
CountyKing
Locality620 S 7th St Renton WA 98057
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameDuwamish
HUC8 Number17110013
HUC10 NameLower Green River
HUC10 Number1711001303
HUC12 NameGreen River
HUC12 Number171100130305
Map
Collection Day5
Collection Month8
Collection Year2024
Year AccuracyActual
Reference 1
Ref. Number:46156
Author:Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Date:2025
Title:WDFW confirmed aquatic invasive species detections in 2024
Publisher:Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
CommentsWholesale aquatic supplier self reported potential Zebra Mussels found on moss balls supplied to WA pet store. eDNA, plankton tows, and 12 adult specimens collected. WDFW, USDA, and WDA performed site visits to stores.
Record TypeLiterature
VerifierWashington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Year ClassAdult


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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2025]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/5/2025].

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