Black hammer oyster [Malleus regula]
Description
Malleus regula, known as the Black hammer oyster, is a species of marine bivalve mollusks in the family Malleidae. The shell is elongated, resembling a hammer or sickle, and is distinguished by its black color. It is found in the Western Central Pacific, particularly in the Philippines. The Black hammer oyster is typically found in shallow waters on sandy substrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Pearl Oysters and Relatives
Pteriida
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| Family |
Pearl Oysters
Pteriidae
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| Genus |
Hammer Oysters
Malleus
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