Specimen Information

Dreissena polymorpha
Dreissena polymorpha
(zebra mussel)
Mollusks-Bivalves
Exotic
Collection Info
Point Map
Species Profile
Animated Map
Impacts

Specimen ID261708
GroupMollusks-Bivalves
GenusDreissena
Speciespolymorpha
Common Namezebra mussel
StateIN
CountyNoble
LocalitySylvan Lake, Rome City
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameSt. Joseph
HUC8 Number04050001
HUC10 NameNorth Branch Elkhart River
HUC10 Number0405000115
HUC12 NameOviate Ditch-Middle Branch Elkhart River
HUC12 Number040500011505
Map
Collection Day10
Collection Month6
Collection Year2009
Year AccuracyActual
Potential Pathwayshipping ballast water
Statuscollected
CommentsSee voucher photos.
Record TypePersonal communication
Freshwater/MarineFreshwater
Number Collected2
Year Classadult
Photo
Dreissena polymorpha
Dreissena polymorpha

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. [2025]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/20/2025].

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.