This happens to be how mussels feed but is also excellent for the ecosystem as they filter out excess nutrients and keep the habitat balanced. However, an open shell means sand and dirt will ...

It's not true that the mussels automatically shut off the city's water supply. When the mussels' shell movements trigger an alarm, human specialists conduct further testing before any action is taken.

A final couple of rinses will ensure a sand-free meal. Mussels need very little cooking. Place them in the bottom of a large, heavy-based pan with a small amount of liquid and turn up the heat to ...