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Minnesota Bound: Mussels of the St. Croix
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk McShane, Sophie , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about this event and the freshwater mussels of the St Croix River can be found on KSTP 5 Eyewitness News, which aired the episode as part of its Minnesota Bound series.
Minnesota's waterways have a diverse range of aquatic life. The St Croix National Scenic Riverway is a notable example, with a significant number of native freshwater mussel species. The area is home to 41 native species of freshwater mussels.
A unique paddling event, the "Mussels of the St Croix Paddle", was recently featured on Minnesota Bound. Further information about this event and the freshwater mussels of the St Croix River can be found on KSTP 5 Eyewitness News, which aired the episode as part of its Minnesota Bound series.
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Category: local Published: June 26, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Minnesota's waterways have a diverse range of aquatic life. The St Croix National Scenic Riverway is a notable example, with a significant number of native freshwater mussel species. The area is home…
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