The Australian mussel, primarily the Blue Mussel (*Mytilus galloprovincialis*), is a bivalve mollusk native to the temperate waters of southern Australia, where it thrives on rocky shores and in sheltered bays. Known for its sweet, tender flesh, this species supports a significant aquaculture industry, especially in Australia, which is the primary harvester and exporter of Australian mussels. While "Australian mussel" refers specifically to those cultivated and harvested in Australia, other leading mussel-producing countries globally include New Zealand, Chile, Spain, and China, though these nations focus more on their native mussel species. In Australia, mussel farming is concentrated in states like Victoria, South Australia, and Tasmania, where sustainable aquaculture practices have been developed to meet both domestic demand and export markets, making the country a key player in the global mussel industry.
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Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.