Freshwater Mussel Species (IMAGE) Texas A&M AgriLife Communications Caption This recently discovered fresh remains is of a false spike freshwater mussel, a species previously thought to be extinct. Credit (Photo courtesy of Texas AgriLife Research) Usage Restrictions Not for resale. Use with credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.