mollusk

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The first chapter is about those marine micro mollusks that came long ago before marine mollusks.

From Salon

Murex mollusks are the only source of the ancient dye, documented by Pliny, known as Tyrian purple.

From Washington Post

Losing mussels and other bivalve mollusks such as oysters and clams can throw off the entire ecosystem, University of Washington marine biologist Emily Carrington told The Post.

From Washington Post

Cape May Salt sold 75,000 mature oysters to the program for about two-thirds of the mollusks’ typical market value, resulting in a $36,000 infusion of cash when the company needed it most.

From New York Times

“When I need something in an instant, eaten on its own, I prefer mollusks — spiced octopus in olive oil, squid in tomato sauce or in squid ink, the vinegary mussels,” Addison wrote.

From Los Angeles Times