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Shellfish
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Alaska Department of Fish and Game: Wildlife Notebook Series 
 Contains descriptions and drawings of more than 100 animals found in Alaska. Includes big and small game, birds, fish and shellfish, marine mammals, fur bearers, amphibians, and reptiles. From the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G). http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/pubs/notebook/notehome.php Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy Last updated Feb 10, 2004 Alaska Seafood Recipes
Features recipes using crab, cod, halibut, salmon, scallops, shrimp and prawns, sole, and other Alaska seafood. Includes tips and short instructional videos on plank cooking, grilling, seasoning seafood, smoking seafood, and how to tell when a fish is done. From the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute. http://www.alaskaseafood.org/recipes/ Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians, Snacks and Baked Goods Last updated Jan 15, 2006 California Oyster Culture
This 1996 article features a history of oyster cultivation in California back to the 1860s. Also includes material about location of production bays, culture techniques, shellfish safety, and the biology of native and foreign oysters. Opens directly into a PDF document. From the University of California, Davis, Department of Animal Science. http://aqua.ucdavis.edu/DatabaseRoot/pdf/ASAQ-A07.PDF Topics: Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians Last updated Aug 31, 2009 Dungeness Crab of California and Its Close Relatives
Overview of Dungeness crab, the "most abundant crab" species in California, and other species, "the aim being to aid identification by a few readily observed characteristics rather than by detailed scientific descriptions." Describes molting, distinction between male and female crabs, and fishing gear. Includes illustrations of the Dungeness, slender, rock, red, and yellow crab species. From the California Department of Fish and Game. http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/dungeness_crab.asp Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians Last updated Nov 1, 2007 Food Safety and Shellfish Programs
The mission of this Washington State Department of Health program "is to prevent illness and death from eating contaminated food and molluscan shellfish." This site features publications and other information on food safety, biotoxins in shellfish, commercial shellfish licensing and operations, monitoring and classification, and safe harvesting of shellfish. Highlights include a map of shellfish growing areas and a bulletin and maps of beach closures. http://www.doh.wa.gov/ehp/sf/ Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy Last updated Aug 15, 2004 Geoduck Clam (Panopea abrupta)
This article presents information about "the largest bivalve along Puget Sound [Washington state] and the largest burrowing clam in the world." Includes pictures, facts, and trivia. Also offers advice about digging for geoducks and other shellfish, as well as guidelines for protecting geoducks and water quality. Includes related links. From the Washington State Department of Ecology. http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/pugetsound/species/geoduck.html Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy Last updated Oct 25, 2004 Lobster Institute: Education
Educational materials about American lobsters (covering anatomy, diet, life cycle, and habitat) and the lobstering industry. Also features a page for children, teacher resources, and instructions for cooking and eating lobsters. From the Lobster Institute, a group founded jointly by Maine's lobster industry associations and the University of Maine. http://www.lobsterinstitute.org/index.php?page=4 Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians, Industries Last updated Aug 26, 2006 Marine Resources of Whatcom County
This Web site describes the wide variety of marine flora, fauna, and habitats of Whatcom County, Washington state. Includes maps and data on these marine environments, details about shellfish in Whatcom County, information on protecting marine habitats and resources, marine-related news and events, and links. From the Whatcom County Marine Resources Committee. http://www.whatcom-mrc.wsu.edu/ Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy Last updated Mar 21, 2005 Nonindigenous Aquatic Species: Zebra and Quagga Mussel Information
Compilation of material about two species of shellfish, the zebra and quagga mussels, that have similar ecological and environmental impacts in the U.S. Provides fact sheets, a quagga vs. zebra FAQ, current quagga and zebra mussel sightings maps, historic distribution maps, photos, and more. From the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). http://nas.er.usgs.gov/taxgroup/mollusks/zebramussel/ Topics: Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians Last updated Nov 7, 2008 Pacific Coast Shellfish Growers
This industry association represents the "local, state and federal interests of oyster, clam, mussel, scallop and geoduck growers from Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California and Hawaii." The "Shellfish 101" section of the website features consumer information such as photos of species, seasonality and safety tips, and recipes. Also includes photos, fact sheets, lists of growers, a bibliography, job listings, and links to material about specific states. http://www.pcsga.org Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy Last updated Jun 21, 2006 Underwater World: American Oyster
This site from the Canadian government describes the American oyster, a mollusk native to the North American Atlantic coast. Topics include where it is found, anatomy, reproduction, growth, enemies and hazards, and farming. In English and French. From Fisheries and Oceans Canada. http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/zone/underwater_sous-marin/oyster/oyster-huitre-eng.htm Topics: Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians Last updated Dec 30, 2008 What You Need to Know About Mercury in Fish and Shellfish
This March 2004 document from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency provides "advice for women who might become pregnant, women who are pregnant, nursing mothers, and young children" with respect to the consumption of fish and shellfish that contain traces of mercury. Includes recommendations, answers to frequently asked questions, and related links. http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodSafety/Product-SpecificInformation/Seafood/FoodbornePathogensContaminants/Methylmercury/ucm115662.htm Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Pollutants & Toxic Substances, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Sep 9, 2009 Whole Foods Market: Seafood
Information about seafood, including fish, shellfish, and shrimp. The site provides nutrition information, tips for handling seafood safely, and guide to choosing and preparing seafood. Discusses farmed fish and sustainable seafood. The site also includes some frequently asked questions about methylmercury in seafood. From a natural foods chain store. http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/products/seafood.php Topics: Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Sep 19, 2008 |
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