Zebra Mussels

What are zebra mussels?

• an invasive species of mussel that latches on to any surface

• underwater striped horses that steal all of the food

• an invasive species of zebra that tramples farmers' crops

• an invasive species of mussel that latches on to any hard surface

What do Zebra mussels eat? select all that apply.

• Zooplankton

• Phytoplankton

• Algae

• Small fish

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Zebra mussels are filter feeders.

• True

• False

Zebra mussels will latch onto any __________ surface.

What surfaces can zebra mussels latch on to? Select all that apply.

• wood, such as that used to make piers

• Plastic/metal used to make boats

• Sand/small shells on the beach

• Other animals

• Plants in the riverbed

zebra mussels are an invasive species in the __________ river.

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What is the frequency at which zebra mussels filter water in the freshwater part of the Hudson River?

• Every 2-3 days

• Every 2-3 weeks

• Every 2-3 months

• Every 2-4 days

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Where is the zebra mussel originally from?

• Hudson River

• Caspian Sea

• Great Lakes

• North America

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When did zebra mussels first become established in the Great Lakes?

• In the mid-1980s

• In 1991

• By the end of 1992

• Before the 1980s

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How do zebra mussels spread to new areas?

• Through air currents

• By attaching to the hulls of ships

• By being transported in ballast water

• By swimming against water currents

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