Globunio mirificus – Rare Miniature Spiny Freshwater Mussel from Hunan, China

This specimen originates from Hunan Province, China. It is an exceptionally rare miniature species. The shell is highly inflated and globose in form, adorned with two distinct rows of raised, sharp spines. Its overall appearance is both compact and delicate. Such traits make it highly desirable for scientific study and valued by collectors seeking rare and unusual Unionidae.