Shell Fish Collection (page 5)

Giant clam. Close-up of the mantle of a giant clam (Tridacna Tridacna gigas). Photographed off Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Common mussels (Mytilus edulis) exposed on a rock at low tide. Photographed at Polzeath, Cornwall, UK

Skeleton shrimp and mussels
Skeleton shrimp (Caprella septentrionalis) and blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) on a brown algae (Laminaria sp.) frond

Lined chiton and nudibranch eggs. Lined Chiton (Tonicella marmorea, left) next to a spiral-shaped clutch of nudibranch (sea slug) eggs

Fresh scallop on the half shell ready to be cooked

Snow crabs, Canada
Snow Crabs. Snow crabs (Chionoecetes sp.) on a fishing boat with a view of the harbour in the fog behind. Photographed in Petty Harbour, Newfoundland, Canada

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East Indian divers gathering parls, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Maine lobstermen unloading their catch
Lobster-boat unloaded along a Maine pier, circa 1880. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Paua (Haliotis iris) interior layer of shell, close-up of iridescent nacre or mother of pearl

Ring-billed Gull (Larus delawarensis) juvenile, with clam in beak, close-up of head, Florida, U. S. A
Ring-billed Gull (Larus delawarensis) juvenile, with clam in beak, close-up of head, Florida, U.S.A

Lobster for sale in Alma, New Brunswick, Canada, North America

Old Sailor and his Grandchildren
Two circular watercolour paintings by Malcolm Greensmith depicting and old sailor with his grandchildren. In the left-hand picture the old salt points out a fine sailing yacht approaching the harbour

Christmas on Board a British Battleship, 1894
Engraving showing the scene on the deck of a Royal Navy Warship in the Mediterranean, at Christmas. The women have come onto the warship to sell figs, nuts, apples

Cockling, Lancashire
Cockling on the beach, Lancashire

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Two men fishing for crabs

Edible Shellfish
A lobster and some other edible crustacea including a crab and some shrimps and crayfish

Michael S. Nolan / SpecialistStock
Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) in the litoral of the Galapagos Island Archipeligo, Ecuador. Pacific Ocean. This bright red crab is one of the most abundant invertabrates to be seen in

Lobster (Homarus americanus) in a salt bed

Oyster fishermen grading oysters with the Dune du Pyla in the background, Bay of Arcachon, Gironde, Aquitaine, France, Europe

Common mussel (Mytilus edulis), St Brides, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe (rr)
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Red rock crab, Grapsus grapsus, and shadow, St. Peter and St. Pauls rocks, Brazil, Atlantic Ocean
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Red rock crab, Grapsus grapsus, St. Peter and St. Pauls rocks, Brazil, Atlantic Ocean
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Adult ghost crabs (Ocypode sp. ) on lava at low tide in Puerto Egas on Santiago Island in the Galapagos Island
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Caprellid amphipod on hydroid, Nolton Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Mussels Mytilus edulis feeding, Nolton Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Sandhoppers in collecting jar, A level students doing a sandhopper survey, Castle Bay, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

A level students doing a sandhopper survey Talitrus saltator, Castle Bay, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

A level students doing a sandhopper survey, Castle Bay, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Spiny Spider Crab Maja squinado
Sue Daly / SpecialistStock

Hermit Crab Portrait, Sogod Bay, Leyte, Philippines
Simon de Glanville / SpecialistStock

Long-arm cleaner shrimp (Periclimenes longicarpus). Marsa Bareika, Ras Mohamed National Park, Sharm el Sheikh
Anna C.J. Segeren / SpecialistStock

Families crab fishing on stone bridge, Sandy Haven, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Crab hunter at a mangrove on the delta of Parnaiba river, Piaui, Brazil
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Red rock crab, Grapsus grapsus, St. Peter and St. Pauls rocks, Brazil, Atlantic Ocean
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Mangrove crabs waving claws as part of territorial and courtship behaviors, Caravelas, Bahia, Brazil (South)
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) in the litoral of the Galapagos Island Archipeligo, Ecuador. Pacific Ocean
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

A gravid (with eggs) female Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) in the litoral of the Galapagos Island Archipeligo
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Variable Thorny Oyster (Spondylus varians), open and feeding showing multi-coloured mantle, Sipadan
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

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Crabs for sale in Pike Market, Public Market Center, Seattle, Washington State, United States of America, North America

Plate of seafood, Sri Lanka, Asia

Langustines, prawns for sale, Mercado Central, central market, Valencia, Costa del Azahar, Spain, Europe

Crabs for sale, Mercado Central (Central Market), Valencia, Mediterranean, Costa del Azahar, Spain, Europe

Overhead view of a selection of fish, prawns, and other seafood caught in the Mediterranean Sea, on a blue wooden table, Andalucia (Andalusia), Spain, Europe

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"Exploring the Mysteries of Shellfish: From Roman Seafood Mosaics to Tarot Card 18 - La Lune (The Moon)" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of shellfish as we embark on a journey through its rich history and tantalizing flavors. Step back in time to ancient Rome, where intricate seafood mosaics adorned lavish feasts, showcasing the opulence of shellfish delicacies. Intriguingly, Tarot Card 18 - La Lune (The Moon) symbolizes intuition and hidden depths, mirroring the enigmatic allure that shellfish possess. Traveling to Whitstable's Oyster Catch, witness the artistry behind harvesting oysters – a labor-intensive process that yields nature's precious gems from beneath serene waters. Indulge your taste buds with Cataplana, a specialty dish brimming with succulent shellfish cooked in an exquisite copper pot – a true culinary masterpiece. Venturing across the Atlantic coast of Maine and Canada reveals lobster boats gracefully gliding amidst breathtaking vistas; their catch representing both sustenance and tradition. Four oyster shells tell tales of coastal communities tending to their beloved beds with utmost care – nurturing these treasures for future generations' enjoyment. A mesmerizing sight unfolds as a young boy stands silhouetted against the sky, his hands cradling a crab; capturing innocence intertwined with nature's wonders. Bouzigues oysters at Chez Philippe beckon us to Marseillan port in Herault, Languedoc-Roussillon – an idyllic setting where gastronomy meets seaside charm. Witnessing dedicated individuals tending oyster beds showcases not only their commitment but also highlights how this delicate ecosystem thrives under human stewardship. Finally, savoring a plate of freshly shucked oysters is an experience that transcends mere food; it embodies centuries-old traditions and the essence of coastal living.