Access Western Freshwater Mussel Data
The Western Mussel Atlas provides several ways to access western freshwater mussel data. Scroll down to download information from the Data Dashboard, filter records from the Western Freshwater Mussel Database, or submit or access detailed mussel survey data collected according to the Visual Survey Protocol Framework methods via the Data Portal.
LINK: Visual Survey Protocol Framework
Note that this dataset only represents information shared with the Western Mussel Atlas. Additional data may be available through other fish and wildlife databases. Consult with state and local fish and wildlife agencies to inquire about additional data.
Public Data
Access and Filter Dashboard Data by state, watershed or species. View or download eDNA records.
LINK: Dashboard Data Agreement
Account Access
Register for an account to access the Western Freshwater Mussel Database or to access and enter data collected using the Visual Survey Protocol Framework.
LINK: Visual Survey Protocol Framework
LINK: WMA Data Portal
Terms of Use
Permission to use, copy and distribute data from this Western Mussel Atlas is hereby granted under the following conditions:
1. The copyright notice below must appear in all copies.
2. Any use of the data from the Western Mussel Atlas must be for conservation, education, and research purposes only and in no instance for commercial or for-profit purposes.
3. Some data may be downloaded to files and altered for analytical purposes; however, the data should still be referenced using the citation below.
4. All data gathered from third party sources must be used and/or cited according to that particular data provider’s usage policies. These sources are provided with each record.
5. With the exception of NatureServe Network members and use of NatureServe data, users are not authorized to share the database. Direct all requests to https://westernmusselatlas.org/. The database is actively updated and revised, and this will ensure the most accurate and up-to-date version is available.
6. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved by The Xerces Society. Except as expressly provided above, nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring any license or right under any Xerces Society copyright.
LINK: Https://westernmusselatlas.org/
Copyright Notice: Copyright © 2010-2025 The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, Portland, Oregon 97232 USA. All Rights Reserved.
Citation: Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation (Xerces) and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Mussel Project (CTUIR). [Year accessed]. Western Freshwater Mussel Database. Available at: https://westernmusselatlas.org/.
LINK: Https://westernmusselatlas.org/
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1. Visual Survey Protocol Framework
3. Visual Survey Protocol Framework
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The Western Mussel Atlas provides several ways to access western freshwater mussel data. Scroll down to download information from the Data Dashboard, filter records from the Western Freshwater Mussel Database, or submit or access detailed mussel survey data collected according to the Visual Survey Protocol Framework methods via the Data Portal.
Note that this dataset only represents information shared with the Western Mussel Atlas. Additional data may be available through other fish and wildlife databases. Consult with state and local fish and wildlife agencies to inquire about additional data.
Public Data
Access and Filter Dashboard Data by state, watershed or species. View or download eDNA records.
Dashboard Data AgreementAccount Access
Register for an account to access the Western Freshwater Mussel Database or to access and enter data collected using the Visual Survey Protocol Framework.
WMA Data PortalTerms of Use
Permission to use, copy and distribute data from this Western Mussel Atlas is hereby granted under the following conditions:
1. The copyright notice below must appear in all copies.
2. Any use of the data from the Western Mussel Atlas must be for conservation, education, and research purposes only and in no instance for commercial or for-profit purposes.
3. Some data may be downloaded to files and altered for analytical purposes; however, the data should still be referenced using the citation below.
4. All data gathered from third party sources must be used and/or cited according to that particular data provider’s usage policies. These sources are provided with each record.
5. With the exception of NatureServe Network members and use of NatureServe data, users are not authorized to share the database. Direct all requests to https://westernmusselatlas.org/. The database is actively updated and revised, and this will ensure the most accurate and up-to-date version is available.
6. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved by The Xerces Society. Except as expressly provided above, nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring any license or right under any Xerces Society copyright.
Copyright Notice: Copyright © 2010-2025 The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, Portland, Oregon 97232 USA. All Rights Reserved.
Citation: Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation (Xerces) and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Mussel Project (CTUIR). [Year accessed]. Western Freshwater Mussel Database. Available at: https://westernmusselatlas.org/.
