Brown Winged Oyster [Pteria brunnea]
Description
The Brown Winged Oyster is a species of bivalve mollusk found primarily in the western Pacific Ocean. It is known for its unique brown coloration, which distinguishes it from other species in the genus Pteria. It is a filter feeder that prefers to inhabit shallow waters and attaches itself to hard substrates such as rocks and corals.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Oysters
Ostreida
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| Family |
Feather Oysters
Pteriidae
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| Genus |
Winged Pearl Oysters
Pteria
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