Get in baby mussels, we’re going downstream!🐟 Part 2 of the secret life of freshwater mussels dives into their fascinating life cycle and how they reproduce, featuring footage of their clever luring techniques to attract a host fish. Footage courtesy of Tim Lane and Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources 🩵 #tennesseeaquarium #chattanooga #freshwater #mussels #bivalve #freshwaterwildlife #lifecycle #education #conservation #nature #streams | Tennessee Aquarium

Freshwater mussels are COOL, and we’re here to tell you all about them! ✨ These “living rocks” are actually closely related to clams and oysters. They improve the health of waterways by acting as natural water filters, and they provide food and shelter for other animals. 🌊 Join us next week to learn about their clever life cycle and how they hitchhike to reach new locations. 👀 #tennesseeaquarium #chattanooga #freshwater #mussels #cool #rivers #waterfilter #education #aquarist #exhibit | Tennes