Sabatinca demissa was created in 1923.
Sabatinca quadrijuga was created in 1912.
Sabatinca ianthina was created in 1921.
Sabatinca aurantiaca was created in 1924.
Sabatinca delobelli was created in 1978.
Sabatinca lucilia was created in 1920.
Sabatinca barbarica was created in 1918.
Sabatinca incongruella was created in 1863.
Sabatinca heighwayi was created in 1927.
Sabatinca chrysargyra was created in 1886.
Sabatinca caustica was created in 1912.
Yes, ribbed mussels (Geukensia demissa) are producers in their ecosystem. They are filter feeders that play a crucial role in nutrient cycling by filtering plankton and organic matter from the water. This feeding behavior helps improve water quality and provides habitat for other species. Additionally, their dense beds can stabilize sediment and reduce erosion along shorelines.
A ribbed mussel (Geukensia demissa) is primarily a producer as it plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by filtering phytoplankton and organic particles from the water, thus contributing to nutrient cycling and water clarity. However, it also acts as a decomposer by breaking down organic matter when it dies, providing nutrients back to the environment. This dual role helps maintain the balance in coastal ecosystems.