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kukupara

1. (noun) little black mussel, Xenostrobus pulex - small, ovate, smooth blue-black shell. Very common throughout Aotearoa/New Zealand, especially on open coast. Found on high intertidal zone on rocks and wharves in densely packed colonies often appearing as a belt along the shore at around mean tide height. Prefers heavy wave action.

Synonyms: hānea, niania

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