shellfish
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The heat has warmed the lagoons, boosting the growth of algae that cover the shellfish.
From Barron's • Jun. 27, 2026
Commercial glucosamine supplements are often produced from materials such as shellfish shells or corn.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
Tilstone said this could be taken advantage of by certain species which were harmful to humans, fish and shellfish.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
The recalled seafood was harvested by Drayton Harbor Oyster Co. and the Lummi Indian Business Council in Drayton Harbor in Whatcom County, Wash. The contaminated shellfish was sold between Feb. 13 and March 3.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
Since the wind was very cold and I was no longer afraid that the Aleuts would find me, I made a fire in the cave and cooked a supper of shellfish and roots.
From "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell
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