Police are searching for suspects who stole approximately 400,000 shellfish from a farm near Taree, marking a significant loss for local aquaculture operators.

Italian scientists plan to release 160,000 octopuses into the Adriatic Sea. The octopuses are natural predators of the invasive blue crab, which has proliferated in the northern Adriatic and is causing damage to shellfish farms.

Italian scientists are exploring the use of octopuses as a natural predator to fight the invasive and voracious blue crab species that has been devastating shellfish production in the Adriatic Sea.

An article provides guidance on the proper etiquette for eating shellfish, assuring readers that good manners are meant to enhance, not hinder, the dining experience.

Researchers have identified a contagious cancer in catfish, marking only the fourth known instance of a transmissible cancer cell lineage that can spread between animals. This discovery adds to the rare list of such cancers found in dogs, Tasmanian devils, and shellfish.

Discoveries from the Isle of Wight have unveiled 125-million-year-old ancient shellfish fossils. These findings provide evidence of developing young residing within the adults' gills, highlighting early parental care practices and a strange reproduction method.

Rachel Roddy shares a recipe for spaghetti with mussels, parsley, and lemon, emphasizing the technique of finishing the pasta in the shellfish liquor to enhance flavor.

Authorities in Zamboanga del Sur have warned residents against consuming shellfish from Dumanquillas Bay due to detected red tide toxin contamination.

Authorities in the Philippines have issued a red tide warning for Anda and Bolinao towns in Pangasinan, urging the public to comply with shellfish advisories due to ongoing threats.

Hundreds of submissions have been received regarding a Fisheries proposal to manage shellfish populations in New Zealand's Auckland and Coromandel regions. This review follows a government ban on taking several species from specific bays.

Aroma Aquaculture, a mussel farming company, has been fined $24,000 for illegally moving hundreds of tonnes of mussels, valued at over half a million dollars, from a parasite-infected area, constituting significant biosecurity breaches.

BOLINAO, Pangasinan – The coastal waters of the island town of Anda and this town in Pangasinan province remain positive for red tide toxin (paralytic shellfish poison), and shellfish here are not…

The UK and EU are close to finalizing an agricultural agreement aimed at reducing Brexit-related barriers, which could boost sales of Scottish shellfish, though it will not eliminate all paperwork.

A shellfish ban remains in effect in Matarinao Bay, Eastern Samar, Philippines, after laboratory tests confirmed the persistent presence of red tide toxins, according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).

Officials from the Fisheries Office of the Central Port Authority of Mytilene proceeded to seize approximately one ton of shellfish at the port. Specifically, 257 kg of cockles and 640 kg of mussels were found.

Ikana New Zealand, a fish processor, was fined $20,000 for nine biosecurity offences related to shellfish sourced from a restricted biosecurity zone near Nelson and Marlborough.

Pete Hegseth's Defense Department blew through tens of billions in one month ... including huge splurges on steak, lobster, crab, fruit baskets, and furniture.

A red tide alert has been raised in several coastal localities of Bohol province, including Dauis town and Tagbilaran City, after shellfish samples tested positive for toxins.

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has sounded the alarm on the presence of toxic red tide in some coastal waters in the country, warning residents against consuming shellfish harvested from affected areas. In its latest Shellfish Bulletin No. 04, Series of 2026, the BFAR confirmed positive paralytic

Police in the Australian state of New South Wales have been reported a large-scale oyster theft. Perpetrators, currently unknown, stole more than 300 bags of young mussels.

Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) investigators seized 100 kg of carpet clams during a raid on a seafood dealer in Zeeland, suspecting the company purchased the shellfish from poachers.

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has lifted the shellfish ban in Irong-Irong Bay in Samar after laboratory tests confirmed shellfish samples were negative for toxic red tide.

Authorities in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, have maintained a shellfish ban in Samar, Eastern Samar, and Biliran after laboratory tests confirmed the continued presence of red tide.

New Zealand Food Safety has issued a warning advising against gathering shellfish from Tennyson Inlet and Fitzroy Bay areas due to the presence of biotoxins.

A 33-year-old woman and her six-year-old son drowned after being swept away by strong currents while gathering shellfish in Biliran, Philippines.

Harmful invasive predators have been discovered joining native species at feeding grounds, leading to the destruction of shellfish. These newcomers pose a significant threat to the local marine ecosystem.

While beef is a well-known source of Vitamin B12, other foods such as shellfish, animal liver, oysters, and fatty fish contain significantly higher amounts of the vitamin.

Health and fisheries authorities in the Philippines have issued a red tide warning for parts of Samar and Biliran coastal waters after shellfish samples tested positive for saxitoxin, which can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning.

Shellfish samples from Panguil Bay in Misamis Occidental, particularly Tangub City, have tested positive for Paralytic Shellfish Toxin (PST), according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).

Scientists are monitoring the spread of deadly Vibrio bacteria along the US East Coast, with warming ocean waters creating favorable conditions for its presence on beaches and in raw shellfish.

Authorities have declared shellfish and other marine products from the coastal waters of Dauis and Tagbilaran City in Bohol, Philippines, safe for human consumption after lifting a previous red tide advisory.

Shellfish cultivation is highlighted as one of the most environmentally friendly methods for producing high-quality animal protein, presenting significant opportunities in the global protein supply.

As Easter approaches, French chocolate shops, including Pierre Hermé, are showcasing a variety of traditional and unique chocolate creations, from classic eggs and rabbits to unexpected shellfish shapes.

Exclusive: actor’s Papa Salt gin to get oyster-free version after venues says it is ‘not worth the risk’ Margot Robbie said she “couldn’t wait” to see the artisan gin brand she had created stocked in her London local. But the willingness of the capital’s venues to fulfil her dream has been seriously compromised by three words on the side of the bottle – “warning: contains molluscs”. The Wuthering Heights star has had to change the recipe of her spirit after top London bars and restaurants re...

It is now illegal for anyone to take seaweed, shellfish, or other rockpool sea life, including sponges, starfish, sea anemones, and sea cucumbers, from those areas.

The shellfish industry in Senegal is working towards achieving international recognition for its 'Made in Senegal' products.

A local diver says he will eat shellfish from the south coast after the mayor has tried some kina from the sewage spill hot spot.

Trump Calls In FEMA To Respond To Sewage Disaster In Potomac River Authored by Jill McLaughlin via The Epoch Times, President Donald Trump is directing federal emergency teams to respond to a sewage spill on the Potomac River, calling it a “massive ecological disaster” and blaming local leaders for not handling the crisis, which began nearly a month ago. “There is a massive Ecological Disaster unfolding in the Potomac River as a result of the Gross Mismanagement of Local Democrat Leaders, particularly, Governor Wes Moore, of Maryland,” Trump posted on Truth Social on Feb. 16. Moore’s office didn’t immediately return a request for comment on Trump’s statement. On Jan. 19, a section of the Potomac Interceptor sewer line collapsed, causing the failure of a 60-year-old, 72-inch concrete pipeline along the Clara Barton Parkway in Montgomery County, Maryland. Over 250 million gallons of sewage poured into the Potomac River in one of the largest spills in U.S. history, according to University of Maryland researchers. Water samples collected at the site show high levels of E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus, the bacteria that causes staph infections, researchers reported. “People coming into contact with the impacted water or land are at risk of becoming infected with these bacteria, which can lead to serious health conditions,” said Dr. Rachel Rosenberg Goldstein, a microbiologist and assistant professor at the university. Trump said the spill was the “result of incompetent local and state management of essential waste management systems.” “It is clear local authorities cannot adequately handle this calamity,” Trump stated. “Therefore, I am directing federal authorities to immediately provide all necessary management, direction, and coordination to protect the Potomac, the water supply in the Capital region, and our treasured National Resources in our Nation’s Capital City.” Despite state and local leaders not asking for federal assistance, Trump said he “cannot allow incompetent local ‘leadership’ to turn the river in the heart of Washington into a disaster zone.” The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will play a key role in coordinating the response, the president stated. FEMA and DHS are facing a partial funding lapse as Democrats in the U.S. Senate demand changes to immigration enforcement. Crews work to keep raw sewage from flowing into the Potomac River after a pipeline rupture, in Glen Echo, Md., on Jan. 23, 2026. Cliff Owen/AP Photo According to Virginia’s health department, the utility DC Water is handling repairs to the pipe, while Maryland has regulatory authority over the Potomac River for recreational advisories, water quality monitoring, and issuing bans on shellfish harvesting. The Virginia Health Department was working with the Maryland departments of Health and the Environment during the crisis. DC Water has stated that drinking water is not affected by the incident. The nearest Virginia location using the Potomac River as a primary source of water is the city of Fairfax, with an intake located several miles upstream of where the sewage spill entered the river, according to Virginia. Tyler Durden Tue, 02/17/2026 - 10:40

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources has issued a local advisory after shellfish samples tested positive for paralytic shellfish toxins, prompting safety warnings for coastal communities.

Scientists are testing whether alkalis added to seawater, with the help of crustaceans, can help absorb more CO2 and neutralize ocean acidification. However, the research faces jeopardy due to funding halts, including those initiated by Trump.

A ban on harvesting mussels, pāua, and other shellfish in New Zealand's Hauraki Gulf, including Waiheke Island and parts of Coromandel, has been extended until 2028 to allow local populations to recover.

Wildfire evacuations have severely affected Cap Ferret, known as France's oyster capital, with about half of its shellfish farms reportedly impacted.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a warning regarding the presence of a paralytic biotoxin found in mussels, clams, and oysters harvested from specific areas along Quebec's North Shore.

Ecuador's mangrove forests and the livelihoods of shellfish gatherers are under threat from encroaching farms and unchecked pollution, driven by the world's soaring demand for shrimp. The expansion of shrimp farming is destroying vital ecosystems.

Record numbers of octopuses, linked to warming waters, have been found spreading from the south-west coast of England as far as Scotland and Wales, impacting both shellfish and octopus catches.

Coastwatch environmentalists are calling for an end to the use of chemical cleaners like bleach on slippery steps near piers and harbours, warning that these substances are killing shellfish.

Authorities in the Philippines have issued a ban on gathering, selling, and consuming shellfish from Biliran Island and parts of Samar and Eastern Samar after samples tested positive for red tide toxin, or saxitoxin.

Philippine authorities have warned the public against consuming shellfish from Matarinao Bay in Eastern Samar and the coastal waters of Daram, Samar, due to a detected red tide bloom.

A Sunday gathering by the sea in Šibenik featured a gastronomic experience with enjoyment of shellfish and music.

Clearwater Seafoods, a Nova Scotia shellfish company, has been hit with a $150,000 penalty following the death of a fisherman who was electrocuted two years ago on one of the company's ships docked for maintenance.

Nine fisheries companies and fish processing plants in the Westfjords of Iceland are strongly opposing a bill from the Minister of Infrastructure that would abolish line incentives and shellfish and shrimp subsidies, fearing the abandonment of settlements.

A shellfish gatherer in Porto do Son, A Coruña, Spain, died after being dragged by a wave, and was later transported by boat to the nearest port where her death was confirmed.

The Galician shellfishing sector is experiencing unprecedented mortalities, with preliminary samples indicating up to 90% losses in cockles in some estuaries following a series of winter storms, threatening the livelihoods and continuity of a key coastal industry.

A massive sewage spill that dumped 240 million gallons into the Potomac River continues to devastate the oyster industry, with buyers refusing shellfish.

Tokyo's traditional sushi culture faces shellfish shortage  Nikkei Asia

CALASIAO, Pangasinan – The coastal waters of Bolinao and Anda in this province again tested positive for red tide, just six days after authorities declared them free of the deadly toxin that causes paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP). The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources-Region I (BFAR-I) issued a local red tide advisory on Wednesday, warning