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Saltwater Mussels

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Total number of species approx.: 400

Marine mussels are common inhabitants of rocky shores, tidal zones, and coastal waters around the world. Anchoring themselves with strong byssal threads, they withstand powerful waves while filtering plankton and organic particles from seawater. Dense mussel beds create complex habitats that shelter many other marine organisms.

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By filtering large volumes of water, marine mussels improve water clarity and recycle nutrients within coastal ecosystems. They are a vital food source for seabirds, fish, and marine mammals, and have long been harvested by humans. Resilient and adaptable, marine mussels play a key role in maintaining healthy shorelines and vibrant marine communities.

Dive Sites with This Animal

Leon Marino S.L., 11380 TARIFA
Puerto Fenicio <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.6)</span>

Puerto Fenicio (★4.6)

Dive for all dive levels on the Atlantic side of the island of Tarifa with the possibility of access from the beach or by boat. Depth between O and 12m.
Pura Vida Dive House, 8650-362 Vila de Sagres
Ponta dos Caminhos <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Ponta dos Caminhos (★4.4)

Ponta Dos Caminhos is a spot enclosed in a small bay surrounded by cliffs with a large rock in the middle that comes outof the water during low tide. The key characteristics of the spot are the existence of two passages whichgo all the way through the cliffs to the other side. Depth varies from 13m to 5m
One2Dive, 4907 ZK Oosterhout
Dolfijntje <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★3.6)</span>

Dolfijntje (★3.6)

Het Dolfijntje dankt zijn naam aan het voormalig drijvende restaurant en bijbehorende bak waarin een kijkje in de onderwaterwereld zichtbaar was. Het restaurant sloot in 2007 en is sinds de brand van 2009 verwijderd.
PORTO-VECCHIO PLONGEE, 20137 PORTO-VECCHIO
Ile de Forana - Nord <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.1)</span>

Ile de Forana - Nord (★4.1)

Forana Island (north site) is an uninhabited island in the Cerbical Islands reserve. It's also a bird sanctuary. Diving at Forana Nord takes place on plateaus ranging from 6 to 20 meters. Several dive itineraries are available.