Length, Width, Height

Length, Width, Height
Lampsilis cariosa yellow lampmussel	Lampsilis cariosa yellow lampmussel	Specimen length and width are measured with the specimen held on edge. Width may also be thought of as the specimen's thickness. Height must include the projection of the beak. Specimen dimensions are based on adult individuals.
Profile, Silhouette Views
Ligumia nasuta eastern pondmussel silhouette view	Leptodea ochracea tidewater mucket profile or edge view	Specimen silhouette is an important diagnostic feature, as each of the metro area taxa has a distinct shape. The basic shapes of the mussel shell and their names should be memorized.