Purple Mussel Shells
The Purple Mussel belongs to the bivalve class, mollusks that have a top and bottom shell. Mussels represent the most populous group among bivalves, with 250 species found worldwide. Their valves are thin and lack prominent teeth. The shells are connected by a long ligament located on the front half. For centuries, many species of mussels have served as a source of food.
Purple Mussels are distributed throughout the Indo-Pacific region, from the Indian Ocean to the northern coasts of Australia. They tend to affix themselves to rocky or wooden structures in marine environments.
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One polished Purple Mussel shell, measuring 3 to 3 1/2 inches, with a matching upper and lower shell.......$1.29
Golden Mussel Shell
The scientific name is Limnoperna fortunei, native to the Indo-Pacific region near the Asian coast. Accidentally introduced to the Eastern Pacific, they may pose an ecological threat if their spread continues. Their common coloration ranges from golden to yellowish, with females making up two-thirds of the population. They have an average lifespan of 2 to 3 years and typically measure 2 to 8 mm in size. As bivalves, we offer them with matching top and bottom shells, sold as a complete shel
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One Polished Golden Mussel 4 to 5 inches ......OUT OF STOCK