Pearls are the result of a mollusc's reaction to irritants such as parasites that enter its shell. Although model pearls are perfectly round and smooth, in reality they come in a huge number of shapes ...
Irish marine enthusiasts can vote for their favourite mollusc in the annual "Mollusc of the Year" award until March 31st ...
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