Dear people on Conch-L, I have had a friend ask me a question that I am not able to answer... I know some of you are scientists and serious collectors that may know this information... When cleaning a mollusk, which way is the least painful for the animal?? freezing, cooking slowly, or something else... I would great appreciate knowing where to find any research in this area as well... Thanks so much.... LaVerne ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [log in to unmask] - a forum for informal discussions on molluscs To leave this list, click on the following web link: http://listserv.uga.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=conch-l&A=1 Type your email address and name in the appropriate box and click leave the list. ----------------------------------------------------------------------