Mussels are rapid filter feeders and accumulate toxins in high concentrations. For more information on safe shellfish harvesting visit seator.org.
Author Muriel Reid takes a water sample.
Photo by Muriel Reid
Will Peterson tests a water sample using the Burke-o-Lator.
Photo by Bethany Sonsini Goodrich
the brilliant orange flesh of California mussels is both beautiful and delectable.
Photo by Bethany Sonsini Goodrich
