Brown mussels sustain livelihoods along Thiruvananthapuram's coast

Brown mussels harvested along the coast of Thiruvananthapuram play a vital role in sustaining local fishing communities. From the daily auctions at Vizhinjam fishing harbour to various seafood markets, these mussels support divers whose livelihoods depend on seasonal marine bounty. This traditional practice highlights the deep socioeconomic connection between coastal inhabitants and the sea.