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Rediscovery of an established population of the red-rimmed melania Melanoides tuberculata (Müller, 1774) in Morocco

2026Open accessMohamed I University

Abstract

Records of Melanoides tuberculata (Müller, 1774) in Morocco have been scarce and often based on empty shells only. In this study, we report a new occurrence of this species at the Sidi Hrazem thermal spring in north-central Morocco, where high-density populations were recorded. We also provide an overview of its autoecology and reassess its biogeographical status in Morocco and North Africa.

Research topics

  • Mollusks and Parasites Studies
  • Aquatic Invertebrate Ecology and Behavior
  • Freshwater macroinvertebrate diversity and ecology

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DOI: 10.20302/nc.2026.35.16

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