What is another word for mytilus?
Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ɪtɪləs] (IPA) 
Mytilus is a type of marine mollusk commonly known as a mussel. There are various synonyms for the word mytilus used in the scientific community. The most common synonyms include Modiolaria, Brachidontes, and Musculus. Other synonyms that have been used to describe this species of mollusk include Mytilaster, Mytilopsis, and Lithophaga. These synonyms are often used interchangeably across different scientific disciplines but all refer to the same animal. Regardless of the synonym used, Mytilus is an important species in many marine ecosystems and plays a critical role in filtering water and providing food for other marine organisms.
