eDNA-based Detection of Freshwater Mussels in New Brunswick

PURPOSE: Assess the distribution of freshwater mussels, including the Brook Floater (Alasmidonta varicosa), the Eastern Pearlshell (Margaritifera margaritifera), and the Yellow Lampmussel (Lampsilis cariosa) in New Brunswick. DESCRIPTION: This dataset contains the results of work undertaken from 2017 to 2024 to assess the distribution of freshwater mussels using environmental DNA (eDNA) surveys and species-specific qPCR assays. USE LIMITATION: To ensure scientific integrity and appropriate use of the data, we would encourage you to contact the data custodian.

Publisher: Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Resources: 4
Catalogue metadata updated: 2026-04-08

Data overview

Formats: CSV, ESRI REST
File languages: English, French
Available actions: 2 loadable resources

Official sources and licences

Government of Canada Open Data
Open Government Licence – Canada

Resources

Data dictionary (English, French, CSV) CSV
NB Freshwater Mussel eDNA Dataset (English, French, CSV) CSV
NB Freshwater Mussels eDNA Detections (English, ESRI REST) ESRI REST
NB Freshwater Mussels eDNA Detections (French, ESRI REST) ESRI REST

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