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California Mussel

Mytilus californianus

Photo by Skylaar
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Description:

Large, edible mussel common to the Pacific Northwest. Lives in tidepools and on rocks, can withstand the pounding surf. Shells are black with white/blue markings. Often found in large colonies.

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PublishedDecember 16, 2011

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