Center for Bottomland Hardwoods Research

Aging Mussel Shells

New Research Publications Related to Shell Rings

Dr. Wendell Haag has two new research papers relating to shell rings. One is in press and should be available in early 2008, the other is in the final stages of review.

• Haag, W.R. and A.M. Commens. Testing the assumption of annual shell ring deposition in freshwater mussels. Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences. In press.
• Rypel, A.L., W.R. Haag, R.H. Findlay. In review. Validation of annual growth rings in freshwater mussel shells using crossdating. Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences.

Learn more about Dr. Haag and his research.