Pearly Mussel

Pearly Mussel

Elliptio crassidens

Size: to 6"

Habitat: dug into muddy or sandy bottoms in quiet waters

Notes: Looks like a clam, but it's actually a mussel.

clams

Railroad Bridge

Type:
inland tidal river
Depth:
20 ft, mostly a lot shallower

This spot is upstream on the Manasquan River. The diving area is rather small and not very deep. Visibility tends to be poor, and this is worsened whenever an O/W training class is in session, which is often. Also, the current under the bridge becomes very strong, so slack water is essential. For a long time, a dredge barge has been anchored in the channel, but otherwise, there is no boat traffic.