The Freshwater Mussel is found in the rivers and lakes of East Africa. These bi-valves are filter feeders found in sandy and muds beds.

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The Freshwater Mussel is found in the rivers and lakes of East Africa. These bi-valves are filter feeders found in sandy and muds beds. They are a favourite food of Clawless Otters and Openbill Storks

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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