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Mussels are one of the most popular types of seafood around the world. Full of flavour and highly nutritious, they’re often served as tapas-style bites, in rice dishes, or simply steamed with a ...

Survival of the fittest is expertly exemplified by one marine creature: Minnesota’s freshwater mussels. These shellfish are being applauded for their unique and clever survival strategy. They ...