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Pacific Oyster (Crassostrea gigas)

European Flat Oyster (Ostrea edulis) – Plat oester Taxonomy: The Pacific Oyster belongs to the Ostreidae family, known for its many edible oysters.  Species: Found along the Pacific coast, this oyster species is known for its rapid growth and resilience.  Reproduction: Pacific Oysters are broadcast spawners, releasing eggs and sperm into the water where fertilization…