Mollusca, Bivalvia, Mytilidae, Myoforceps aristatus (Dillwyn, 1817): distribution and new record localities at Ilha Grande Bay, Brazil

Researchers document the distribution and new record localities of the invasive bivalve Myoforceps aristatus within Ilha Grande Bay, Brazil. This study reveals that M. aristatus, an introduced species, thrives in intertidal rocky shores dominated by the vermetid gastropod Petaloconchus varians. The research maps its presence across multiple sites, contributing critical data to understanding invasive species dynamics in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. By analyzing field observations and sampling, the study highlights the ecological impact of M. aristatus on local biodiversity, particularly within complex structures formed by native organisms.

Breves-Ramos, A., Pimenta, A. D., Széchy, M. T. M. d., & Junqueira, A. D. O. R. (2010). Mollusca, Bivalvia, Mytilidae, Myoforceps aristatus (Dillwyn, 1817): distribution and new record localities at Ilha Grande Bay, Brazil. Check List, 6(3), 408. https://doi.org/10.15560/6.3.408