SeanT Premium Member May 30, 2003 #2 I am curious about this as well. I have always read that you basically 'cut' it out but there is a HUGE risk of injury, even death to the clam.
I am curious about this as well. I have always read that you basically 'cut' it out but there is a HUGE risk of injury, even death to the clam.
chromis New member May 30, 2003 #3 I believe the byssal THREADS may be cut, but if you cut the byssal GLAND then infection and death will ensue. JME Andrew
I believe the byssal THREADS may be cut, but if you cut the byssal GLAND then infection and death will ensue. JME Andrew
55Reef New member May 30, 2003 #4 I've heard if you cut the Byssel threads as close to the rock as possible it should be ok. But be very careful. HTH Brian
I've heard if you cut the Byssel threads as close to the rock as possible it should be ok. But be very careful. HTH Brian
