True Oysters [Ostrea]

Description

Ostrea is a genus of saltwater oysters, belonging to the family Ostreidae. This genus includes species known for their ability to produce pearls and are characterized by their irregularly shaped, rough shells. True Oysters are filter feeders, playing a crucial role in maintaining marine water quality by filtering out phytoplankton and other particles.

Species

Pacific Oyster [Crassostrea gigas]

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Eastern Oyster [Crassostrea virginica]

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Sydney Rock Oyster [Saccostrea glomerata]

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Belon Oyster [Ostrea edulis]

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Taxonomy