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California mussel

Mytilus californianus

Description:

The California mussel is a large mussel with a mostly blue shell until you reach the growing edge that turns light brown.

Habitat:

Intertidal zones along the Western coast of North America.

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Lukas Ferrenburg
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Lukas Ferrenburg

Oceanside, Oregon, USA

Spotted on Sep 23, 2012
Submitted on Sep 24, 2012

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