Mussels Collection (#3)

Susi - with fishing net and shells. 1950s

Dieppe, France - Mussel sellers. Date: circa 1902

Japan, Two children digging for shellfish, low tide riverbed
Japan - Two children digging for shellfish on a low tide riverbed. Both hold small picks/shovels suited for this purpose. Date: 1906

Russian Desman - adults from one burrow - feed on a fresh-water mussels (Desmana moschata). Okskii Biospheric Nature Reserve, river Oka valley, Central Russia

Russian Desman - feeds on a fresh-water mussel (Desmana moschata). Okskii Biospheric Nature Reserve; river Oka valley, Central Russia

Tidal beach with sea stars. Olympic National Park, Washington, US

Mussels and sea stars clinging to rock at low tide. Olympic National Park, Washington, US

Low tide reveals sea life. Olympic National Park, Washington, US

Illustration, Edible Mussel (Mytilus edulis), oval purplish-grey shell

Illustration of Blue Mussel (Mytilus edulis), showing oval opening and fringed opening, and barnacles growing on shell

Big fishes eat small ones, 1556 (pen & ink on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR345973 Big fishes eat small ones, 1556 (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 22.6x29.5 cm; Graphische Sammlung Albertina, Vienna

Mussel sales women, Christiaan Meijer, 1803-1808

Kitchen piece with parable of the rich man and Lazarus, Jacob Matham, Pieter Smith, Imperial court, 1603

USA California, Santa Barbara, Arroyo Burro Beach, aka Hendrys Beach, in the fog, California mussels (blue) and leaf barnacles (" Pollicipes polymerus", aka Gooseneck barnacles)

Mussles for sale at the fish market in Busan, South Korea

Beach near Conil de la Frontera, Costa de la Luz, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

Dunes, Conil de la Frontera, Costa de la Luz, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

Diver and Fluted Giant Clam (Tridacna squamosa), Indian Ocean, Maldives

Texture, sea shells, filtered fractally

Snail shells on the bottom of the sea, 3D computer graphics

Coral sand, Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely, Connemara, County Galway, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Scallops, including Great Scallop (Pecten maximus)

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Little Pied Cormorant scrambling onto a mussel farm buoy. Pelorous Sound, South Island, New Zealand. Date:

Japan - Women collecting mussels on the beach at low tide. Date: circa 1910s

Mussel Collectors by Karl Daubigny (1846-1886). Date: 1867

Georges Bar Shell Fish Fresh Daily A queue of people wait to be served but a woman who has just received her order doesn t seem too impressed with the taste. 1950s

Moules de Bouchot mussels on fish market stall, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy, France, October

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Mussels - exposed on rocky beach at Date:

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Mussel rafts near suspension bridge Date:

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Mussel rafts near suspension bridge Date:

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Common Mussel and Razor Shells (Ensis siliqua) (Mytilus edulis) Date:

Common Mussel (Mytilus edulis) group, on rocks near seashore, Newquay, Cornwall, England, August

Various animals and plant species in a rock pool, cross-section side view

Clams in white wine sauce in pan, close-up

Cooked mussels in pan and spoon, close-up

France, mouclade, Mussels in curry sauce, close up

Great Britain, Scotland, Argyll, Cairndow, fresh crab, lobster, oysters in shell halves, cockles and mussels, served on bed of ice in metal dish

Common Mussel (Mytilus edulis), shell closed

Seafood platter consisting of razor shells, clams, oysters, lobster and mussels, garnished with lemon slices, view from above

Assortment of sea food on ice, served on round plate, view from above

Cooked mussels, close up

France, moules marinieres, plate of seasoned Mussels

Selection of edible molluscs

Plate of Spaghetti Vongole, view from above

Cooked blue mussels with their shells open, garnished with herbs, close up

Breadcrumbed Mussels

Simulated rock pool habitat

Open and closed Mussels, close up

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"Mussels: A Delicacy from the Depths of the Pacific Ocean" In the picturesque tidal zone of Strawberry Hill State Park along the Oregon coast, where ochre and purple sea stars gracefully roam, lies a hidden treasure of the Pacific Ocean - mussels. These bivalve molluscs have long been sought after for their delectable taste and unique cultural significance. Dating back to 1906, shelling mussels has been a cherished tradition in this coastal region. The locals have mastered the art of carefully extracting these succulent treasures from their rocky homes, ensuring that each mussel is harvested with utmost care and respect for nature's bounty. Interestingly, dog whelks are known to prey on mussels, showcasing an intricate dance between predator and prey in this marine ecosystem. Nature's delicate balance never ceases to amaze us. Across the Atlantic shores, freshwater pearl mussel shells hold legal protection in the UK. Their iridescent beauty serves as a reminder of our responsibility to safeguard these natural wonders for future generations to admire. Mussels themselves are part of a diverse family called molluscs or sealife – fascinating creatures that inhabit both saltwater and freshwater environments worldwide. They contribute not only to culinary delights but also play vital ecological roles by filtering water and providing habitats for other marine organisms. Imagine steam rising from a pot filled with plump mussels cooked just right - it's an irresistible sight that tempts even the most discerning palates. Steamed or prepared in various mouthwatering recipes, these shellfish offer gastronomic pleasures like no other. Throughout history, gathering shellfish has been an integral part of coastal communities' livelihoods. Transport yourself back to Whitby during Victorian times when men and women would venture out onto rugged shores armed with buckets in hand - eagerly collecting mussels as sustenance for their families. Today, we continue this age-old tradition while embracing sustainable practices that ensure the preservation of our precious marine ecosystems.