There are over 300 different kinds of freshwater mussels in the United States and Canada. Their shells come in many different colors and textures. You can find freshwater mussels in just about every state, including Alaska! Some kinds of freshwater mussels are harder to find than others. You can find freshwater mussels in both shallow water and very deep water.

What do freshwater mussels taste like?	How long can a freshwater mussel live?	Where do freshwater mussels live?
What do freshwater mussels eat?	Why are some freshwater mussel shells smooth while others are rough?	How big do freshwater mussels grow?
What does the inside of a freshwater mussel shell look like?	How would you find freshwater mussels?	Where do freshwater mussels come from?
How do freshwater mussels attract host fish?	Why are freshwater mussels disappearing?	Why should we save freshwater mussels?

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