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shellfish |
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Covers both freshwater and saltwater organisms The term shellfish is used both broadly and specifically. For regulatory purposes it is often narrowly defined as filter-feeding molluscs such as clams, mussels, and oyster to the exclusion of crustaceans and all else. Although their shells may differ, all shellfish are invertebrates. |
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http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/FOODON_03411433 |
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Covers both freshwater and saltwater organisms |
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The term shellfish is used both broadly and specifically. For regulatory purposes it is often narrowly defined as filter-feeding molluscs such as clams, mussels, and oyster to the exclusion of crustaceans and all else. Although their shells may differ, all shellfish are invertebrates. |
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shellfish |
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FOODON:03411433 |
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shellfish |
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