Mytilus edulis

common mussel
Muschel
Mossel
Moule commune
Mejillon
Cozza

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally attached to its substrate
The species can be found between 0 and 10 Meters.
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

Lives in large groups
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 10 cm
Maximum age known : 15 year(s)
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!