Virtual Event

Freshwater mussels are the most imperiled group of animals in North America, with greater than 70% of species threatened with extinction. At the same time, North America is home to 300 native species of mussels, 46 in Michigan alone. There are more species of mussels in North America than anywhere else in the world! Learn more about freshwater mussels, their life history, why they important, why they are at risk, and what scientists are doing to help conserve these elusive animals!