Invasive Zebra Mussels

A close-up view displays a cluster of small, dark-shelled bivalves, identified as invasive zebra mussels. A United States dime is placed alongside them, providing a clear visual reference for their diminutive size, highlighting how these aquatic invaders can quickly proliferate in new environments. The coin helps emphasize the small scale of these potentially damaging organisms.

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