An Analysis of Three Samples of Whelks From Nova Scotia Waters (Curatorial Report #14)

Abstract

The common northern whelk, Buccinum undatum L., is widespread throughout the European North Atlantic and along the eastern coast of North America from New Jersey to northern Labrador. It is locally abundant and lives in depths of up to 2,000 meters.

The published material available on B. undatum inhabiting the eastern coast of North America is very limited. In view of the commercial market potential, better understanding of the ecology and population dynamics of B. undatum is desireable.

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