Perna canaliculus (Green Lipped Mussel) - Feed Ingredient

Perna canaliculus, commonly known as Green-Lipped Mussel, is a marine shellfish native to New Zealand. The mussel is harvested and processed—usually by freeze-drying or extraction—to preserve its bioactive compounds, which include omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), glycosaminoglycans (such as chondroitin sulfate), amino acids, and trace minerals.

In equine nutrition, green-lipped mussel is used as a specialty ingredient in joint support supplements. It is included for its functional properties rather than for its basic nutritional content. The compounds found in Perna canaliculus are valued for their potential role in supporting connective tissue structure and mobility, although equine-specific research is still developing.