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What leads to mussel population change?
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I assume your question concerning mussels is about the Zebra Mussel. If so, please review the linked articles. Tom Angelo, Warren, Oh |
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Loss of host fish species can lead to mussel population change. Most mussels live part of their life cycle in a specific type of host fish, so if that species is eliminated the mussels can't sustain their population. Habitat loss and sedimentation also have an impact on mussel populations.Elizabeth Wick, Bowling Green
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