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California mussels

Mytilus californianus

Description:

bivalve shellfish strongly attached to rocks, with barnacles sometimes attached

Habitat:

Pacific intertidal zone, exposed to heavy surf.

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California mussel
Mytilus californianus


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shebebusynow
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shebebusynow

Oregon, USA

Spotted on May 1, 2011
Submitted on May 5, 2011

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