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  • Understanding bivalve tissue composition is crucial for accurate environmental monitoring.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of bivalves as sentinel organisms for marine pollutants.
  • To compare the utility of bivalve soft parts versus shells in detecting specific contaminants.
  • To advocate for a global expansion of mussel watch programs, particularly in under-sampled regions.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of historical data from the U.S. Mussel Watch program (1976-1978).
  • Comparative analysis of metal and plutonium concentrations in bivalve soft tissues and shells.
  • Review of existing monitoring strategies and identification of gaps.

Main Results:

  • Bivalves demonstrate significant potential as bioindicators for marine pollution.
  • Differences were observed in the accumulation of metals and plutonium between soft tissues and shells.
  • Data suggests a need for broader geographical and chemical scope in monitoring programs.

Conclusions:

  • Bivalve monitoring programs are valuable tools for assessing marine environmental health.
  • The choice between analyzing soft parts or shells depends on the target pollutant.
  • Establishing a global mussel watch is essential for comprehensive marine pollution surveillance, especially for chlorinated hydrocarbons in tropical and southern hemisphere regions.