Black-lip rock oyster [Saccostrea echinata]
Description
The Black-lip rock oyster is found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It is distinguishable by the black coloration of the inner margin of its shell. The species is typically found in the intertidal zone on hard substrates. They are filter feeders, consuming phytoplankton and other organic matter in the water. The black-lip rock oyster is known for its high tolerance to changes in salinity and water temperature.
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 |
True Oysters
Ostreidae
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| Genus |
Rock Oysters
Saccostrea
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