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Clams Oysters and Scallops
Clams, oysters and scallops are bivalve mollusks native to both freshwater and saltwater habitats. Many are edible and some types of oysters produce the world’s freshwater and saltwater pearls. All questions about clams, oysters and scallops can be directed here.
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How do clams catch their prey?
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Clams eat using a filtering process. They draw in water and filter out the water so that only plankton is left.
What features of a clam anatomy enable it to survive in a marine environment?
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They have a hatchet-shaped foot that allow them to move, incurrent and excurrent siphons through which water passes and then they filter feed in that way, and powerful abductor muscles that draw the shell together to protect the clam's soft body.
What is the value of mother-of-pearl?
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Mother of pearl's worth is based on several factors including quality, shine, and the surface. The overall surface should be smooth and free of marks, as well as the overall shape should be round.
Are cherrystone clams and little neck Clams the same?
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No.
Little neck clams are smaller than Cherrystone clams.
There is a picture of them, If you observe closely, The littleneck seems a tint bit smaller.
How many little neck clams in a bushel?
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me and my friends dig up clams in cape cod. we sold them for 6 dollars 1 dozen hope that helps!
How long does it take a soft shell clam to grow?
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It takes up to 2 years for a soft shell steama clam to grow to 2 inches in length. When the clams are 2 inches they are legal to be harvested an sold.
Are oysters living dead or non-living?
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A lobster's shell is composed of calcium and does not contain biological cells so it is non-living
Are clams sticky?
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That means that the clams were overcooked, or they were too old to begin with.
Is a scallop poisonous to humans?
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No. Many people enjoy eating them. However, if one is allergic to certain types of seafood then scallops could be harmful but not exactly poisonous.
Are clams on the half shell alive when they are served?
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Oysters die when you separate them from the bottom shell, cutting through the heart.
Is an oyster classified as a bivalve or an univalve?
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An oyster - bi (stand for two) and valves (stands for shells) - two shelled animals.
What are some common mollusks?
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That's a tough one. Here are some popular options from our community:
- shrimp
- crawfish
- tuna
- salmon
- lobster
- prawns
- cod
Where is a good place to buy fresh mussels?
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There are a number of good places where fresh mussels can be purchased. In most cases they can be purchased from the local fish monger, though some of the best places to purchase them is from local markets. Both the South Melbourne Market and the Prahran Market sell fresh mussels.
What food goes best with clams?
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Side dishes that go well with clams include grilled vegetables, crusty bread for dipping in the juice, potato salad and coleslaw. Lemon wedges should be included to add a zesty kick to the clams.
How do oysters barnacles and clams feed?
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They are filter feeders. When submerged, they put out feelers to catch any small food drifting past.
Can kids eat oysters?
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Sure they can, just like they can eat crayons or erasers. But it doesn't make it ok. These oysters can contain high levels of harmful bacteria that may make us adults sick, but could be fatal to a child because of their immature immune system.
