Winged Pearl Oysters [Pteria]

Description

The Pteria genus includes species commonly known as Winged Pearl Oysters. These bivalves are known for their distinctive wing-like extensions of the shell. They primarily inhabit tropical and subtropical waters, often found attached to rocks or coral reefs. The genus is significant in pearl production, with some species being cultivated for this purpose. They possess a thick, nacreous inner shell layer, which contributes to the formation of pearls when irritants enter the shell.

Species

Atlantic Winged Oyster [Pteria colymbus]

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Pacific Winged Oyster [Pteria sterna]

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Black-lip Pearl Oyster [Pteria penguin]

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Atlantic Pearl Oyster [Pteria hirundo]

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Taxonomy