Why Shellfish Can't Commingle
11/1/2011 1:58:20 PM
Shellfish (oysters, mussels, clams, etc.) are filter-feeders, living off microorganisms which can include human pathogens and toxigenic micro-algae. Because different shellfish have been exposed to different microorganisms, shellfish must be separated into batches by bay, by harvest date, and by species to prevent the potential “sharing” of toxins.
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