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Definition of Zebra mussel
1. Noun. Inch long mollusk imported accidentally from Europe; clogs utility inlet pipes and feeds on edible freshwater mussels.
Exact synonyms: Dreissena Polymorpha
Generic synonyms: Freshwater Clam, Freshwater Mussel
Group relationships: Dreissena, Genus Dreissena
Generic synonyms: Freshwater Clam, Freshwater Mussel
Group relationships: Dreissena, Genus Dreissena
Definition of Zebra mussel
1. Noun. A striped mussel, ''Dreissena polymorpha'', originating in Russia. ¹
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