Pearl Oysters [Pteriidae]

Description

Pteriidae, commonly known as pearl oysters, are a family of bivalve molluscs found in warmer seas. They are known for their ability to produce pearls, a characteristic that has made them significant in both ecological and economic terms. Pearl oysters have a strong, iridescent inner shell layer known as mother-of-pearl or nacre, which is responsible for pearl formation. They attach to hard surfaces in the marine environment using a byssus, a structure made of strong, silky fibers.

Genera

Winged Pearl Oysters [Pteria]

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Hammer Oysters [Malleus]

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Electrum Oysters [Electroma]

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Taxonomy