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Public taxon detections (British Isles)

TaxaScreen® Zebra mussel

Dreissena polymorpha
Category: Invasive
Habitat: Freshwater

Turnaround time: 5 business days

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The zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) is an invasive freshwater bivalve in the UK, first recorded in the 19th century. Native to the Ponto-Caspian region, it has spread widely through waterways, often transported by boats and equipment. Zebra mussels are highly problematic, forming dense colonies that clog water infrastructure, outcompete native species, and alter aquatic ecosystems by filtering large volumes of water and changing nutrient dynamics. Their rapid reproduction and resilience make them a significant ecological and economic concern.
April, May, June, July, August, September
Spawns between April and September with larvae in the water between June and August giving the greatest eDNA detection probability.
Which sampling kit will I need to buy?

We sell our sampling kits separately from our testing so that our clients have maximum flexibility.

This test needs one of:

 
We are also able to accept sampling kits from other companies for this test. 

As soon as your order is received our system emails you a sample submission form for this test. Please check your junk mail if you haven’t received it within a few minutes of your order. 

The email comes with full instructions for submitting your sample to us to ensure the best quality testing. 

You will receive your results in your online account. 

The testing for detection of this species is carried out via real-time PCR (qPCR), which has the greatest sensitivity and specificity of all eDNA detection methods. 

For customers without a business account we accept pre-payment with a debit or credit card. 

For customers who have a business account we are able to offer terms, purchase orders, credit/debit card payments and invoicing payment options. You can apply for a business account at the same time as you register for an account at checkout.

If you have any questions about sampling strategy, panel suitability, or anything else, book a free consultation with one of our molecular ecologists.