What is another word for Genus Dreissena?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs dɹe͡ɪsˈiːnə] (IPA) 
Genus Dreissena refers to a group of freshwater mussels that are prevalent in Europe and North America. These mussels are also known as quagga mussels, zebra mussels, and dreissenid mussels. Quagga mussels are found in the Great Lakes and were named after a zebra-like stripe pattern. Zebra mussels, on the other hand, are densely packed in clusters and have a distinctive zebra pattern. Dreissenid mussels refer to all species of the Genus Dreissena, and these mussels have a unique ability to attach themselves firmly to various surfaces. Synonyms for Genus Dreissena include invasive mussels, bivalve mollusks, and filter-feeders.
