Residents around the Samila Beach area in Songkhla reported a decline in the green mussel population stating that it’s had a negative effect on the community who rely on them as a source of food. Small-sized mussels remain unsuitable for consumption, and it is estimated that the population requires further growth before harvesting is possible.
Today, it was reported that the number of green mussels found in the Samila Beach area in southern Thailand had decreased when compared to the same period last year. Moreover, the mussels’ small size makes them unsuitable for cooking. Experts predict that some time is needed for the population to grow before harvesting can resume, KhaoSod reported.
Fishermen in the area, who have been monitoring the green mussel population, confirmed the decline in the…
